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Helius gains NZ’s first GMP certification for cannabis medicines
New Zealand’s largest licenced medicinal cannabis company, Helius Therapeutics, has been issued with the industry’s first GMP (Good...
Aug 3, 20213 min read
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Entourage effect in cannabis terpenes enhances pain relief
A new study has added further scientific evidence that entourage effect – the synergistic nature of all the cannabis plant's compounds...
Jul 21, 20214 min read
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The endocannabinoid system, explained
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell signalling system that plays a very important role in the human body, maintaining...
Jul 20, 20215 min read
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Helius appoints Joanna Perry MNZM to Board of Directors
Joanna Perry MNZM has been appointed to the board of Helius Therapeutics, New Zealand’s largest licenced medicinal cannabis company. The...
Jun 30, 20212 min read
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Vets invited to ‘medical cannabis for pets’ education event
Leading the development of some of the world’s first clinically trialled and registered cannabis medicines for pets, Hale Animal Health...
Jun 28, 20213 min read
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Blackmarket medical cannabis in New Zealand, mostly not as claimed
A new paper published by scientists at ESR has confirmed the cannabinoid content of New Zealand's illicitly-sourced medicinal cannabis...
Jun 25, 20215 min read
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New Zealand's medicinal cannabinoid information service goes live
Launched this week, New Zealand's medicinal cannabinoid information service is focused on delivering quality prescriber education...
Jun 15, 20212 min read
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MedCan 2021 central as cannabis industry poised to enter local market
"With over $100 million invested so far in New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis industry, 2021 is our year to shine,” says Dr Zahra Champion,...
Jun 7, 20213 min read
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Helius appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
Mark Morrison has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Helius Therapeutics – New Zealand’s largest licenced medicinal cannabis...
May 18, 20213 min read
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Helius discovery triggers research to protect cannabis yields
New Zealand’s largest licenced medicinal cannabis company, Helius Therapeutics, is delighted to be working closely with Plant & Food...
May 3, 20213 min read
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How does cannabis help in the management of pain?
By Dr Emma Stone for Helius Therapeutics Diverse cultures have long nurtured an understanding of cannabis as a form of pain relief....
Apr 14, 20215 min read
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October confirmed for NZ medicinal cannabis summit, MedCan 2021
Following the success of New Zealand’s first medicinal cannabis summit last year, organisers have confirmed MedCan 2021 will take place...
Mar 22, 20212 min read
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THC increases quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia, demonstrated by double-blind RCT
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial set out to determine the benefit of a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)-rich...
Mar 12, 20212 min read
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Medicinal Cannabis Scheme's transitional arrangements extended to 30 September 2021
In a statement today, the Medicinal Cannabis Agency has advised that transitional arrangements the country's Medicinal Cannabis Scheme...
Mar 11, 20213 min read
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Women leading the way at New Zealand's largest medicinal cannabis company
On International Women's Day, we take look at two of the inspiring women who are striving to improve lives in New Zealand, and around the...
Mar 8, 20215 min read
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Bill proposes medicinal cannabis cards for Kiwi patients
An updated Member's bill, to be put forward by Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Dr Shane Reti, proposes the introduction of a Medicinal...
Mar 4, 20212 min read
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THCV: A minor cannabinoid with major potential to fight obesity
Evidence suggests THCV, a minor cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant, may decrease appetite and up-regulate energy metabolism,...
Feb 25, 202112 min read
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Otago study finds cannabis may relieve endometriosis pain
Some women desperate for relief from the chronic pain of endometriosis have found using cannabis provides more effective relief from...
Feb 12, 20214 min read
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Helius appoints Chief Operating Officer
Mary Alice Simon has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Helius Therapeutics, New Zealand’s largest licensed medicinal...
Feb 11, 20212 min read
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Helius raises additional $15m through a private investment round, introduces new CEO
Privately-owned medicinal cannabis company, Helius Therapeutics, has raised a further $15m in funding, led by its existing investor...
Jan 14, 20212 min read
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