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Cannabis shows little benefit for most mental disorders, data review finds
4+ week, 1+ day ago (465+ words) March 16 (Reuters) - Cannabis-based medicines have shown little evidence of effectiveness for treating most mental health and substance-use disorders, according to a large review of past studies published in a major medical journal on Monday. Medical use of cannabinoids has been…...
Does exercise really work for osteoarthritis?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (903+ words) Emerging research challenges the conventional wisdom on exercise for osteoarthritis, yet it still plays a critical role in pain management and overall well-being when maintained regularly. Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness and swelling, and…...
Movement is medicine
4+ mon, 1+ day ago (666+ words) It's a simple premise, movement is medicine " not just a mantra for gym buffs and marathon runners. It's a prescription for a good life. Movement is the missing link in South Africa's health story. It is that simple. Researchers at…...