Dr Simon Erridge: The story of Medical Cannabis in the UK, from truth to misconceptions, 7 years on.

In this episode of Koggno Stories, I interview and Dr. Simon Erridge explore how far cannabis-based medicine has come since 2018, but also how far we still have to go.We discuss the realities of prescribing cannabis-based medical products, the difference between medical cannabis and high-street CBD, and why confusion, stigma, and regulation still hold patients back from accessing treatment.The UK’s journey since medical cannabis legalisationHow cannabis-based medicines differ from opioids and traditional pain reliefThe role of cannabis in pain management, psychiatry and neurologyWhat the latest research and patient data are revealingWhether you’re a clinician, patient, or just curious about the science behind medical cannabis, this conversation will leave you more informed — and more curious — about the future of prescribing in the UK.Follow, rate, and share to help us grow the conversation and bring clarity to one of the most misunderstood areas of modern medicine.Keywords:medical cannabis UK, cannabis-based medicines, Curaleaf, cannabis research UK, medical marijuana UK, CBD vs THC, cannabis for pain, mental health, epilepsy, cannabis prescription UK, medical cannabis podcast, Koggno Stories