Alternative Therapy
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Cannabis users face increased post-operative pain
Patients who are regular users of cannabis are likely to experience increased pain after surgery, according to a major new study reported yesterday. Read more
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Ecstasy and psychotherapy combined for PTSD
Magic mushrooms and ecstasy show the most promise when it comes to helping people with post-traumatic stress disorder, a new review has suggested. Read more
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Medical cannabis for pain ‘increases heart problems’
Taking medical cannabis for chronic pain is associated with an increased risk of heart rhythm disorders, cardiologists will hear. Read more
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Warning over vitamin D overdose
Patients can overdose on vitamin D supplements with “debilitating” consequences, a doctor has warned. Read more
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Cannabis users’ increased risk of hospital admission
Canadian researchers have called for curbs on the globally rising levels of recreational cannabis because users have an increased risk of needing emergency care and hospital admission for any cause. Read more
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WHO unveils Global Centre for Traditional Medicine
The World Health Organization is to launch a Global Centre for Traditional Medicine after signing an agreement with the Government of India. Read more
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Athletes’ heart health risks warning over natural supplements
Athletes face heart health risks if they take some nutritional supplements to boost performance, cardiologists warned today. Read more
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Magic mushroom drug found safe for therapy
Treatment of mental trauma or long-lasting depression with psilocybin may be one step closer after a new study found no detrimental effects. Read more
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Cannabis to treat epilepsy?
Whole-plant medical cannabis may be effective at reducing epileptic seizures in children, according to a new analysis published today. Read more
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Cautious results over zinc supplements for respiratory infection
Taking a zinc supplement could fend off the symptoms of respiratory tract infections and reduce the time of illness, new analysis reveals today. Read more