Historical Context of Cannabis Use From Ancient Rituals to Modern Use Cannabis has been intertwined with human culture for thousands of years. Diving into the historical context, we’ll find that ancient civilizations that used cannabis…
Vaping Could Raise Teens Odds for Severe COVID
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>FRIDAY, Feb. 10, 2023 -- Healthy young people who vape or smoke may be putting themselves at greater risk for developing severe COVID, new research finds. Both smoking tobacco and vaping…
New Injected Drug, Pegylated Lambda Interferon, May Prevent…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- A single injection of an experimental biologic drug may cut in half your risk of hospitalization from COVID-19 infection, new clinical trial results show. Pegylated lambda…
Neuroprotectant Drug Could Boost Outcomes After a Stroke
By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- Using a "neuroprotectant" drug alongside the standard surgical removal of a clot may slash the risk of death and disability following a stroke, a new study…
New Injected Drug, Pegylated Lambda Interferon,, May Prevent…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- A single injection of an experimental biologic drug may cut in half your risk of hospitalization from COVID-19 infection, new clinical trial results show. Pegylated lambda…
Toddlers Attention to Motherese Could Give Clues to…
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- Some toddlers who don't interact with their parents may have early signs of autism, a new study suggests. Researchers showed kids between 12 and 48 months…
In a First, COVID Vaccine Is Added to…
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- For the first time, COVID-19 vaccines have been added to the list of routine immunizations recommended for adults -- a further sign the virus is here…
Could a Vibrating Pill Ease Chronic Constipation?
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- A new treatment for chronic constipation may bring relief without having to use drugs. It’s a vibrating pill called Vibrant that stimulates the colon as it…
In Autopsy Study, Over 90% of Former NFL…
By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 -- Many football fans fondly remember Rick Arrington as the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback from 1970 to 1973, but his daughter’s memories are tainted by years spent watching…