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High-dose CBD fails to relieve pain in knee osteoarthritis patients

Cannabidiol (CBD) is marketed by some suppliers as a painkiller, e.g. for osteoarthritis of the knee. Animal experiments have shown that the substance, which is extracted from the hemp plant, has an anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect in arthritis.

14 Nov 2023

IU researchers receive $5 million grant to improve care for adolescents with opioid use disorder

IU School of Medicine researchers are taking steps to improve the accessibility and quality of care for adolescents experiencing opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders (SUDs), thanks to a new $5 million grant from the National Institute of Health's Helping to End Addiction Long-Term (HEAL) Initiative.

14 Nov 2023

Self-perception of health influences physical activity levels in older adults with arthritis

People with arthritis who report more negative feelings about how they are aging tend to get less physical activity and perceive themselves as less healthy, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Weill Cornell Medicine.

14 Nov 2023

Novel mechanism of maternal-fetal communication discovered

A research group from the University of Oulu, Finland, has shown that nanoparticles originating from maternal gut bacteria are present in amniotic fluid.

14 Nov 2023

Understanding factors influencing PrEP prescribing for adolescents

HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a daily dose of two medications meant to prevent HIV infection in high-risk people, has changed public health dramatically in recent years.

14 Nov 2023

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

Eating in a ten-hour window is associated with higher energy and mood and lower hunger levels, new results from the largest UK community science study of its kind shows .

14 Nov 2023

Cancer stem cells induce macrophage aging, creating conditions for tumor formation

Cancer stem cells cause the aging of macrophages in mice with healthy immune systems, creating conditions for the formation of tumors.

14 Nov 2023

Early Detection and Gender Disparities in COPD

In this interview, Dr. MeiLan Han, a distinguished pulmonologist and Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan, shares her profound insights into Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

14 Nov 2023

Genetic test for antidepressants could save millions and improve patient outcomes

A special kind of genetic test that helps determine the best antidepressant for patients with moderate-to-severe depression could generate substantive health system savings and greatly improve patient outcomes, according to new research from the University of British Columbia.

14 Nov 2023

Men feel less pain when inflicted by women, study finds

A man who is exposed to physical pain feels less severe pain if he is subjected to pain by a woman compared with a man, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden. In addition, men experience less pain after surgery when asked about it by a woman than by a man.

14 Nov 2023

Introducing Luminescence 96: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Luminescence-Based Assays

With a vision to reenvision the lab and a passion for simplifying laboratory workflows with highly intuitive and functional designs, Byonoy launches Luminescence 96, further expanding its range of high-quality plate readers.

From Byonoy 14 Nov 2023

Adult children discuss the trials of caring for their aging parents

I am 39 years old. I had to care for my father, who passed from cancer in 2019; my mother, who passed in November 2021 from cancer; and since my mother's passing, I have inherited the care of my grandmother.

14 Nov 2023

Decoding screen time: A thorough review of its impacts on young minds

The impacts of electronic media exposure and screen use on youths.

14 Nov 2023

What long-term care looks like around the world

Around the world, wealthy countries are struggling to afford long-term care for rapidly aging populations.

14 Nov 2023

Facing financial ruin as costs soar for elder care

Margaret Newcomb, 69, a retired French teacher, is desperately trying to protect her retirement savings by caring for her 82-year-old husband, who has severe dementia, at home in Seattle.

14 Nov 2023

Empowering indigenous communities through coproduced health research

The evolution of health research co-production with Indigenous peoples.

14 Nov 2023

Do Republican spending cuts threaten federal HIV funding? For some programs, yes.

Republicans in Congress are "trying to wipe out federal funding to end the HIV epidemic."

14 Nov 2023

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

The impact of broccoli sprouts and its role in resolving Crohn’s disease symptoms.

14 Nov 2023

Neural circuits respond to rapid dopamine surges

Researchers assess the pharmacodynamics of dopamine signaling, brain connectivity/activity, and self-documented 'high' following methylphenidate exposure.v

14 Nov 2023

Study shows link between parental stress and exacerbated asthma symptoms in children

University of Queensland research has shown a link between parental stress stemming from financial hardship and exacerbated asthma symptoms in children.

13 Nov 2023

Research News and Research

High-dose CBD fails to relieve pain in knee osteoarthritis patients

IU researchers receive $5 million grant to improve care for adolescents with opioid use disorder

Self-perception of health influences physical activity levels in older adults with arthritis

Novel mechanism of maternal-fetal communication discovered

Understanding factors influencing PrEP prescribing for adolescents

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

Cancer stem cells induce macrophage aging, creating conditions for tumor formation

Early Detection and Gender Disparities in COPD

Genetic test for antidepressants could save millions and improve patient outcomes

Men feel less pain when inflicted by women, study finds

Introducing Luminescence 96: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Luminescence-Based Assays

Adult children discuss the trials of caring for their aging parents

Decoding screen time: A thorough review of its impacts on young minds

What long-term care looks like around the world

Facing financial ruin as costs soar for elder care

Empowering indigenous communities through coproduced health research

Do Republican spending cuts threaten federal HIV funding? For some programs, yes.

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

Neural circuits respond to rapid dopamine surges

Study shows link between parental stress and exacerbated asthma symptoms in children

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