11 Apr 2026
Microbial Testing: Mould and Bacteria in Cannabis
Why Microbial Contamination Is a Critical Quality Issue Medical cannabis patients frequently have compromised immune systems due to chemotherapy, HIV, organ transplantation…
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11 Apr 2026
Heavy Metals in Cannabis: Why Testing Matters
How Heavy Metals Enter Cannabis Plants Cannabis is a hyperaccumulator plant, meaning it absorbs metals from soil and water at rates significantly…
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10 Apr 2026
Pesticide Testing in Medical Cannabis
Why Pesticide Residues Are a Patient Safety Issue Medical cannabis is administered by inhalation, sublingual absorption or ingestion; pesticide residues that remain…
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10 Apr 2026
ISO Standards in Medical Cannabis Production
What Are ISO Standards and Why Do They Matter in Cannabis? ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards are internationally agreed frameworks for…
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10 Apr 2026
GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Explained
What Is Good Manufacturing Practice? Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is a globally recognised quality system that defines minimum standards for the manufacturing,…
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09 Apr 2026
How Medical Cannabis Is Grown in Controlled Environments
The Importance of Controlled Environment Agriculture in Cannabis Medical cannabis requires consistent, reproducible growing conditions to ensure pharmaceutical-grade product quality; outdoor cultivation…
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09 Apr 2026
Borderline Personality Disorder and Cannabis
What Is Borderline Personality Disorder? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterised by emotional dysregulation, unstable relationships, impulsivity,…
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08 Apr 2026
Eating Disorders and Cannabis: Anorexia, Cachexia and Appetite
Eating Disorders and the Role of Appetite Regulation Eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, ARFID and cachexia secondary to cancer or HIV involve…
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08 Apr 2026
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cannabis
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Clinical Challenges Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by differences in social communication, sensory processing and…
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08 Apr 2026
ADHD in Adults: Cannabis as Adjunct Therapy
Adult ADHD: Prevalence, Impact and Treatment Gaps ADHD in adults affects an estimated 2–4% of the UK population; the majority were not…
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