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Could azithromycin or doxycycline prevent NHS workers from developing COVID-19?

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

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

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

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 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?

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?

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...
Enterobacteria grown on a selective agar plate. Part of the commensal microbion.

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

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

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

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...
Cerebrospinal fluid smear containing brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri and neutrophils

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

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