Alternative Therapy
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Form of natural hormone might prevent sarcopenia
A possible new treatment has been identified to restore the common age-related loss of muscle mass and strength. Read more
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Evidence for honey improving cough
Honey is more effective than the usual treatments for upper respiratory tract infections, according to a new analysis supporting the use of one of the world’s most ancient remedies for coughs and colds. Read more
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Medical marijuana for sickle cell patients means fewer hospitalisations
Sickle cell disease patients who take medical marijuana for pain have fewer hospital visits than others, according to a new US study. Read more
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Acupuncture better than paracetamol for chronic pain – NICE
Acupuncture may be a better option than paracetamol for patients with chronic primary pain, according to controversial new guidelines published last night. Read more
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CBD ‘safe to treat cannabis use disorder’
Prescription medication of cannabidiol can be used safely to treat cannabis use disorder and could help people to cut down on use of the drug, a new UK study claims. Read more
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Medieval remedy for bacterial infection
A medical remedy from the Middle Ages, based on onion, garlic and wine, may be effective against a range of harmful bacteria, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Medicinal cannabis not effective for long-term sleep problems
People with chronic pain who have trouble sleeping might build up a tolerance to medicinal cannabis, which would negate its effectiveness, researchers warn today. Read more
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Concern about cannabis effect on cardiac system
New evidence suggests long-term use of cannabis may affect the structure of the heart, researchers reported last night. Read more
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The soup drug-on malaria watch
Some indigenous soup recipes, imported to the UK by immigrant communities, contain anti-malarial properties, scientists reveal today. Read more
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Herbal risk to breast cancer patients
Patients with breast cancer are often tempted to turn to herbal therapies – but they may delay healing and interfere with treatments, a European conference will hear today. Read more