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Can marijuana help reverse brain damage in Alzheimer's Disease?
17+ hour, 44+ min ago (574+ words) Scientists are exploring a new and unexpected approach to treating Alzheimer's disease, and it involves a compound found in the cannabis plant. Early research suggests this compound could help protect the brain and improve memory. Alzheimer's disease is a serious…...
People who use opioids and cannabis hard to find doctors for chronic pain
2+ week, 18+ hour ago (797+ words) Over the past ten years, the way people think about pain treatment has changed a lot. Two major treatments'opioids and cannabis'have been at the center of this shift. In the past, opioids were commonly used to treat long-term pain. Doctors…...
Electroacupuncture may help breast cancer survivors think clearly again
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (631+ words) Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have found a promising new way to help breast cancer survivors who continue to struggle with memory problems, fatigue, poor sleep, and emotional stress after treatment. Their study, published in the Journal of…...
Research may regrow cartilage and bone to reverse arthritis
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (601+ words) Scientists may be on the edge of a major breakthrough in treating arthritis. Instead of only easing pain, new research suggests it may be possible to rebuild damaged joints. Osteoarthritis is a condition that develops slowly over time. It happens…...
Scientists find safer treatment for chronic inflammation
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (807+ words) Our immune system works all the time to protect us from harmful bacteria, viruses, and injuries. It is a complex system made up of many different parts that work together to keep the body safe. One important part of this…...
This old blood pressure drug may be more effective, study finds
5+ day, 18+ hour ago (734+ words) High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and often develops quietly over time. Many people do not notice any symptoms, but the condition can…...
Scientists move closer to regrowing joints
1+ week, 2+ day ago (641+ words) A new wave of research is giving hope to millions of people living with arthritis. Scientists are now working on treatments that may not only reduce pain, but actually repair damaged joints. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis....
Single dose of Adderall can quickly raise blood pressure and stress the heart
1+ week, 6+ day ago (439+ words) Many people think of prescription stimulants like Adderall as safe, especially when they are widely used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, a new study from Mayo Clinic shows that even a single dose of this drug can…...
Simple natural ways to ease nerve pain
1+ week, 6+ day ago (795+ words) Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. These nerves carry signals between the brain and the rest of the body. When they are damaged, it can lead to symptoms such as pain,…...
A precise brain treatment may replace opioids for chronic pain
2+ week, 17+ hour ago (648+ words) For people living with chronic pain, daily life can feel exhausting and overwhelming. The pain may not always be visible, but it can affect sleep, mood, and the ability to work or enjoy simple activities. Many patients describe it as…...