Hearing disorders affect an estimated 466 million people globally, making it one of the most prevalent sensory impairments worldwide. Although there are various causes of hearing loss, including genetic mutations, infections, and exposure to loud noise, several studies have suggested a potential role for the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in hearing function. The ECS is a complex signaling system that plays …

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Cerebrovascular disease is a condition where blood vessels are damaged, leading to a disruption of blood flow to the brain. This can result in short and long-term harm or even death. A stroke occurs when there is a sudden interruption of stable blood flow to the brain, which inevitably causes the loss of some or all neurological functions. There are …

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The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) of the United States currently lists all tetrahydrocannabinols (THC) and similar CB1 receptor agonists as Schedule 1 controlled substances, meaning that the federal government considers these compounds to have both a high potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical uses. However, cannabidiol (CBD), one of the major non-intoxicating components of cannabis, is notable in …

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Chromatography, a process developed over 100 years ago by Russian botanist Mikhail Tswett, has become an essential tool in the analysis and testing of various compounds and contaminants in foods, beverages, and vaccine creation. Chromatography separates components of a mixture as the material moves through a column filled with stationary phase using a mobile phase. Traditional chromatography faces several challenges, …

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Meningitis is a potentially fatal condition that occurs when there is swelling around the brain and spinal cord due to a bacterial or viral infection. It is caused by various factors, including age, medical conditions, injuries, cancer, and certain drugs. The disease progresses rapidly and can cause permanent damage, including brain damage, hearing loss, kidney failure, and limb amputations. According …

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Myelopathy and Myelomalacia: Understanding the Differences When it comes to spinal cord injuries and disorders, there are two terms that are often used interchangeably: myelopathy and myelomalacia. While they may sound similar, these conditions are actually quite different. Myelopathy is a broad term that refers to any injury or damage to the spinal cord. This can be caused by a …

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The growth of the cannabis industry has brought to light the importance of microbial testing for cannabis. This is crucial not only for medical cannabis, which is used by patients with compromised immunity, but also for recreational use as some contaminating microbes may be human pathogens. The native microbiome affects plant fitness, and as cannabis becomes more widely accepted, improved …

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Muscle spasms can render those muscles temporarily unusable and cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. They might be caused by working or exercising in hot environments, overuse of muscles in intense activity for a long time, stretching the muscles beyond a certain limit, muscle fatigue, dehydration, inadequate stretching before any physical activity, excessive weight, hormonal imbalance, and side …

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A recent study published in JAMA Oncology suggests that an increasing number of cancer patients are turning to medical cannabis for symptom relief instead of prescription opioids. This trend could be attributed to the difficulty patients face in managing symptoms associated with cancer and its treatments, including chemotherapy and prescription drugs. The study analyzed patient data for 38,189 individuals who …

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The gray area of cannabis laws has led to the emergence of a market for not-quite-legal cannabis products, including various psychoactive cannabinoids synthesized from legal hemp. Delta-8 THC, delta-10, HHC, and THC-O are all examples of these psychoactive cannabinoids that have different psychoactive properties similar to THC. While delta-8 THC is currently legal on the federal level, it is important …

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