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Endometriosis Evaluation Project
We have seen over the years research suggesting the possible benefits of using medical cannabis for symptoms associated with endometriosis. We have partnered with a UK Pharmaceutical Company as we are both interested in exploring if a different formulation could be...
How CBD oil may provide pain relief for cancer patients
For those suffering from cancer symptoms or the painful effects of chemotherapy, MyAccess Clinics may be able to provide some relief with medical cannabis prescriptions. The way that CBD can provide pain relief is the way that it interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system. If you are unfamiliar with the system, below is an explanation of how it works.
What are the requirements for a medical cannabis prescription?
If you think that medical cannabis may be able to help you manage your symptoms, the first step is assessing your eligibility for a prescription. Contact us at MyAccess Clinics for advice on your eligibility for medical...
Migraines: Can Medical Cannabis Help?
Few medical conditions are as debilitating as migraines. Scientists are yet to figure out exactly what causes them, and there is no fixed cure, which does little to soothe the mind of someone diagnosed with this...
MyAccess Clinics re-joins Project Twenty21 to help build real-world data
UK medical cannabis provider, MyAccess Clinics, has announced it will re-join Project Twenty21 to help build real-world evidence and aid future prescribing. MyAccess Clinics (MAC) will now be taking on new patients through...
Medical Cannabis and Cancer Related Pain
Cancer related pain is a comprehensive term used to describe the different types of pain associated with a cancer diagnosis. Not all patients diagnosed with cancer will experience pain. Pain may range in severity and come and...
Male Mental Health — Statistics and Strategies
It’s estimated that 1 in 8 men in England will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives, including anxiety, depression, panic disorder, and PTSD. June marks International Men’s Health Awareness Week,...
Depression — Can Medical Cannabis Help?
Long-term sufferers of depression understand the complex nature of the condition and the difficulty that can come with trying to find strategies to manage their symptoms. For these patients, medical cannabis for depression may...
What Does Fibromyalgia Feel Like?
May 12th marked World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, a day designed to help bring about increased understanding of the signs and symptoms of this disease. Fibromyalgia is a complex condition, the exact cause of which is unknown....
PTSD and Medical Cannabis
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder — or PTSD — is a complex psychological condition that typically affects those who have experienced a stressful, frightening, or distressing event. Some diagnosed with PTSD will experience...
Medical Cannabis and Neuropathic Pain
David,* a patient from MyAccess Clinics, has been taking medical cannabis for over 18 months. This article shares how he feels that the treatment vastly improved his quality of life and has allowed him to reduce his...
Medical Cannabis and Depression
While it’s not unusual to feel sad or unhappy from time to time, clinical depression is more than that. Someone diagnosed with depression suffers from psychological and physical symptoms that significantly interfere with their...
Migraine vs. Headache: What’s the Difference
Any type of head pain is irritating and cause for concern. There can be a range of reasons you are experiencing such pain, be it characterised by a dull, slow throb or a sharp, persistent ache. If you are not sure what is...