Why many chronic pain patients stop using medical cannabis within a year
Medical cannabis is often seen as a promising option for people living with long-term pain, but new research suggests that its benefits may not...
Hair styling products may release billions of harmful nanoparticles into your lungs
Every morning, millions of people use hair sprays, gels, and creams to style their hair with flat irons, curling irons, or blow dryers.
But a...
Aircraft toilets could help track the spread of deadly superbugs
Antimicrobial resistance, often called AMR, is considered one of the world’s most dangerous health threats.
Superbugs—bacteria that no longer respond to antibiotics—are spreading across the...
Teen vaping of cannabis on the rise, study finds
A new study has found that more teenagers in the United States are vaping cannabis-related substances, including THC, CBD, and synthetic cannabinoids (SCs).
This trend...
Scientists find vapes help smokers quit better than gum or lozenges
A new study has found that using vapes, also known as vaporized nicotine products (VNPs), can help people quit smoking more effectively than traditional...
Your smartwatch might help stop the next pandemic
Smartwatches have become popular for tracking heart rate, sleep, oxygen levels, and fitness.
But scientists are now discovering they might be able to do something...
Nurses speak out: What’s holding back quality care for disadvantaged patients
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Nursing has revealed the real-life challenges nurses face when trying to care for patients...
Warning signs that alcohol is killing your liver health
Drinking alcohol might seem like a normal part of social life for many people, but it can cause serious damage to the liver if...
Cannabis use among older adults in the U.S. reaches record
A new study shows that more older adults in the United States are using marijuana than ever before, with 7% of people aged 65...
Swallowing magnets sends hundreds of children to hospital, doctors urge parents to stay alert
Doctors in the UK are warning parents to be extremely cautious when buying toys that contain magnets, after a new study revealed that around...