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Sticky solutions: Octopus-inspired suction patches revolutionize drug delivery

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The traditional approach of administering certain medications through direct injection can be particularly effective for drug delivery, but may be uncomfortable for children and those with needle phobias. While oral medications are available for some drugs, large-molecule drugs that treat chronic diseases such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or cancer can only be administered through an […]

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Going ‘green’ for our health

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THC, CBD, cannabis, weed, medical marijuana. The term “marijuana” is associated with a giant cloud of terms, but do we actually know the real definitions behind these buzzwords? Marijuana and cannabis describe two different substances. Cannabis refers to a slew of chemical products originating from the Cannabis sativa plant. Marijuana, on the other hand, only

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Epigenetic age acceleration: How traumatic childhood events can lead to faster aging

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New research suggests that childhood home environments may have a say in the aging process. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events. They include all forms of abuse and neglect, but there are other ACEs such as exposure to parental substance use and parental incarceration. ACEs can have physical, mental, and emotional effects that

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The Healing Power of Music

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Music is a universal language that has the power to evoke various thoughts and emotions and reduce stress and anxiety. According to a research study from Harvard Medical School, music has the power to affect “cognitive function, quality of life, and even happiness.” From classical to pop, through its many genres, music has the power

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Beyond relief: The neurobiology of MDMA therapy and its implications for mental health

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental health condition that has long eluded easy treatment solutions due to its common comorbidity with other behavioral health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. However, a novel approach has emerged in recent years: MDMA-assisted therapy. This revolutionary treatment involves the controlled use of MDMA,

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Dead yet conscious: Some CPR survivors recall events during heart failure

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How long can the brain function without oxygen from the heart? For a long time, scientists thought that the answer was about 6–10 minutes before the brain undergoes permanent damage. However, recent research reveals that 1 in 5 people who undergo cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and survive can remember events from when they were “dead.”  When

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