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Could azithromycin prevent NHS workers from developing COVID-19?
Do you think azithromycin or doxycycline administered daily to frontline NHS workers prevent them from developing COVID-19? Researchers from the University of Salford tell...
Study shows trial drug effectively blocks COVID-19 in early stages
A new study has found that a trial drug effectively blocks the early stages of COVID-19.
The drug treatment, called APN01, holds promise for stopping...
More effective pneumonia vaccine on the horizon
A more effective and less expensive pneumonia novel vaccine is on the horizon thanks to new research.
The novel vaccine against pneumonia, developed by researchers...
Asthma: high levels of iron in the lung linked to increased severity
According to new research, a build-up of iron levels in the lung cells and tissues is associated with worse asthma symptoms and lower lung...
New study shows three-drug combination reduces COPD patient mortality
New research has revealed that a three-drug combination was effective in reducing the mortality rate in patients suffering with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
According...
Stem cells: what do bones have to do with boosting immunity?
A newly discovered memory that is stored in our bones has revealed the surprising role of stem cells in boosting our immunity.
A research team...
Could the ancient remedy of magnolia bark treat drug-resistant epilepsy?
Researchers have published a paper which suggests the ancient Chinese remedy of magnolia bark could help treat drug-resistant epilepsy.
Researchers have published a paper in...
Have researchers discovered a compound that can kill superbugs?
Researchers are testing a new drug that can kill a wide range of superbugs, including some antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
The research team from the Brinkman Laboratory...
Smart, wearable insulin patch could revolutionise diabetes treatment
A wearable, smart insulin patch has been developed that could help to revolutionise diabetes treatment.
Researchers have developed a smart insulin-delivery patch that could one...
Antibiotic potential of cannabis: CBG compound resistant to MRSA
Researchers have uncovered antibacterial properties of the cannabinoid CBG – which shows resistance to the drug-resistant bacteria MRSA.
An interdisciplinary team of McMaster University researchers...
Research to look at cannabis landraces for treating gastrointestinal cancers
A new research partnership has been set up to look at the efficacy of cannabis landraces for gastrointestinal cancers to help inform cannabinoid profile...
Single cell war-ganism: new compound could battle brain-eating amoebae
A new report reveals that researchers have found a new compound that shows promise in the laboratory as a treatment to brain-eating amoebae
Brain-eating amoebae...
Cannabis and psychedelics: gatherings to accelerate plant-based medicine
The world's leading cannabis and psychedelic medicines scientists and researchers, investors, industry leaders and opinion makers will gather in Tel Aviv next month for...
Cannabis and Parkinson’s: cannabis substitute for treating Parkinson’s
A drug that provides the benefits obtained from medicinal cannabis without the "high" or other side effects may help to unlock a new treatment...
Revolutionising medicine: from methadone man to cannabis chief
The inventor of liquid methadone, Stephen Goldner, has now created a new, cannabis-derived medicine – a water-soluble CBD tablet.
In 1973, after working at the...
Virtual healthcare, real-world impact
The global healthcare market is growing. With an emphasis on digital solutions, it is predicted to exceed $504.4 bn (~€452 bn) by 2025 -...
European cannabis testing market expected to reach $807.9m by 2025
The European cannabis testing market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 10.8% from 2018-2025.
The growth of the cannabis testing market is primarily...
Nanoemulsion: the drug delivery system revolutionising cannabis products
New industry reports highlight how nanoemulsion is revolutionising cannabis products.
The past few years have seen a whole host of new cannabis products hitting the...
Tetra Bio Pharma receives approval for OTC use in pain drugs
TERPACAN™, from Tetra Bio Pharma, has received approval for over the counter (OTC) use in back and muscle pain, and in hemorrhoids.
TERPACAN™ is expected...
Black Swan: rare Jamaican cannabis strain could treat pancreatic cancer
In 2019 a flavonoid of cannabis – Caflanone (FBL-03G) – was granted Orphan drug status by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Now,...