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Natalie O Regan
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Committee Recommends a Not-For-Profit Cannabis Market
As Ireland heads towards a potential general election in the coming weeks, drug policy reform is firmly in the spotlight. The Justice...
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Natalie O Regan
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Irish Cannabis Consumers Report High Wellbeing & Low Disorder Rates
study reveals that 70-85% of cannabis users do not have a cannabis use disorder, and 78.7% report high levels of wellbeing
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Natalie O Regan
Sep 27, 20242 min read
Cannabis as a Potential Treatment for ADHD Symptoms
The endocannabinoid system plays a role in ADHD, and cannabis may offer potential therapeutic benefits.
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Natalie O Regan
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Quality and Accessibility Drive Legal Cannabis Adoption
Despite increasing legalisation across the US, a recent study published in h suggests why consumers may still choose the black market
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Natalie O Regan
Aug 8, 20242 min read
Can Cannabis Treat Cocaine Addiction?
A recent study on mice has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from cannabis, may help reduce the preference for cocaine and...
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Natalie O Regan
Jul 25, 20242 min read
American College of Physicians Advocates for Comprehensive Cannabis Policy Reform
The American College of Physicians (ACP) published a landmark position paper, " Regulatory Framework for Cannabis ," in the Annals of...
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Natalie O Regan
Jul 4, 20243 min read
South Africa: First African Nation to Legalise Recreational Cannabis
In a landmark step towards reform of their drug policy, South Africa legalises cannabis for recreational use. On 28th May 2024, South...
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Natalie O Regan
Jun 27, 20242 min read
Amnesty International Calls for Human Rights-Based Policies
In a powerful move to mark World Drugs Day on 26 June, Amnesty International has released a new policy paper calling for the reform of...
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Natalie O Regan
Jun 12, 20244 min read
European Drug Report 2024
2024 European Drug Report, which contains some insight into Europe’s cannabis consumption and trends.
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Natalie O Regan
May 23, 20242 min read
Breakthrough Study: Medical Cannabis Offers Hope for Osteoarthritis Pain Relief
Breakthrough Study: Medical Cannabis Offers Hope for Osteoarthritis Pain Relief
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Natalie O Regan
May 16, 20242 min read
Cannabis Improves Survival Rates for Palliative Cancer Patients
Cannabis Improves Survival Rates for Palliative Cancer Patients
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Natalie O Regan
Apr 18, 20242 min read
What does Germany's new cannabis law mean for patients?
Germany has emerged at the forefront of progressive cannabis policies in Europe, and its recent legislative changes mark a significant...
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Natalie O Regan
Apr 4, 20242 min read
CBD products found tobe ineffective for Chronic Pain
A recent review of studies published in The Journal Of Pain has cast doubt on the efficacy of cannabidiol (CBD) products as a treatment...
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Natalie O Regan
Mar 28, 20244 min read
Cannabis & Psychosis
The correlation between cannabis use and psychosis has been extensively researched over many years, revealing a nuanced relationship that...
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Natalie O Regan
Mar 7, 20242 min read
Unveiling the Therapeutic Potential of Medical Cannabis: Exploring the Entourage Effect
In a groundbreaking study titled "The Neurotherapeutic Arsenal in Cannabis sativa: Insights into Anti-Neuroinflammatory and...
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Natalie O Regan
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Study Reveals Efficacy of Medical Cannabis in Treating Depression
Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder (MDD), is a common and serious mental health condition characterised by...
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Natalie O Regan
Feb 22, 20242 min read
The Transformation of EMCDDA: Emphasizing Evidence-Based Cannabis Policy and Psychedelic Research in Europe
In 2024, the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) is undergoing a significant transformation and rebranding....
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Natalie O Regan
Feb 8, 20242 min read
European Cannabis Initiative Partially Registered by European Commission
In a significant development, the European Commission has decided to partially register the 'European Cannabis Initiative,' marking a...
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Natalie O Regan
Jan 24, 20242 min read
Medical Cannabis Access Programme Review Unveils Varied Findings on Efficacy and Safety
Ireland's Health Research Board (HRB) has released a comprehensive report as part of the 5-year review process of the Medical Cannabis...
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Natalie O Regan
Dec 14, 20234 min read
High on Christmas: The Ultimate Cannabis Christmas Gift Guide for 2023
A couple of weeks ago I asked the Irish Cannabis Community what items they could not do without and for suggestions for cannabis-related...
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