Extreme experiences such as accidents, life-threatening illnesses, war, rape or natural disasters can result in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Flashbacks, nightmares, constant tension and other symptoms such as anxiety, sleep disorders and fatigue determine the daily life of patients. Since those affected often avoid situations and places that remind them of the trauma, many live […]
Lung cancer (bronchial carcinoma) is not only one of the most common cancers worldwide – lung cancer also carries the highest risk of dying from cancer. Despite significant improvements in the treatment of lung cancer, current therapeutic interventions are only partially effective, making the search for treatment alternatives important. A new study in mice suggests […]
Cannabis is the most popular illegal drug. Some experts argue that cannabis as a gateway drug leads to the use of other drugs. In contrast, more and more studies show that cannabinoids can assist as an “exit drug” for addiction disorders. According to clinical studies, CBD can assist with nicotine, opioid, and cannabis withdrawal. Current […]
A quarter of the population in Europe will experience depression at some point in their lifetime. For those with moderate to heavy depression, antidepressants may be necessary. Unfortunately, current medication doesn’t always improve symptoms and patients can be left without any further treatment options. Thus, the hunt is on for a new type of antidepressant […]
The aging process is something all humans experience. As getting older there are many normal functions that naturally begin to slow down or stop entirely in the body. Many people begin to lose their sensory abilities (sight, hearing, taste, etc.), bones and muscles could become fragile, and even decrease in mass. On the top of […]
Hangover is the term used to describe the short term symptoms that can arise after a session of drinking alcohol. This will normally occur the day after drinking, and the severity of the symptoms can vary depending on how much, and which type, of alcohol was consumed. It is likely that the higher the volume […]
One of the biggest benefits of medical cannabis is its relaxing effects that it has on the consumer. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid that is very effective for treating anxiety, both circumstantial and chronic, as was explained previously in this post. Several studies completed in 2017 have highlighted new information regarding the use of medical […]
