A few years ago, UCLA Health began asking patients if they used cannabis as part of an electronic previsit questionnaire completed before well visits. The question is still an unusual ask for most primary care clinicians, said Lillian Gelberg, MD, a professor of family medicine at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. “Doctors don’t … Read more
TOPLINE: In patients with locally advanced rectal cancer who receive neoadjuvant therapy, radiation dose intensification improves pathologic complete response but leads to a small increase in acute toxicities. METHODOLOGY: Preoperative radiochemotherapy is standard of care for treating locally advanced rectal cancer, but 20%-30% of the patients develop metastatic disease. Although radiation dose escalation has been … Read more
The Evolving Landscape of Cannabis and Cognition: What’s Next? Table of Contents The Evolving Landscape of Cannabis and Cognition: What’s Next? Unveiling the Brain’s Response to Cannabis Did You Know? Short-Term Effects and Long-Term Implications Pro Tip: Navigating the Complexities of Cannabis Use the Future of Cannabis Research FAQ Recent research has ignited a crucial … Read more
TOPLINE: Heavy lifetime cannabis use is linked to reduced brain activation during working memory tasks in young adults, while recent use is also associated with reduced activation during cognitive tasks, new research shows. METHODOLOGY: Researchers analyzed data collected between 2012 and 2015 from the Human Connectome Project. The cross-sectional study included more than 1000 young … Read more
Researchers have developed new proteins using computational design to effectively neutralize some of the most dangerous snake venom toxins, signaling a shift towards more accessible and efficient antivenom solutions. Scientists have pioneered a groundbreaking method to combat snake venom using newly designed proteins, offering hope for more effective, accessible, and affordable antivenom solutions. By utilizing … Read more
Earlier initiation of digital screening mammography at age 40 years leads to substantial healthcare savings by reducing the cost of breast cancer treatment, according to a new cost-effectiveness study. Based on data in Canada for a population-based breast screening program, biennial screening for ages 40-74 years results in fewer deaths, more years of life for … Read more
Air quality has a huge impact on health, with exposure to particles with an aerodynamic diameter of Respirology examined 408,658 patients from Guangdong Province, China, who were hospitalized for respiratory conditions between January 2016 and December 2019, highlighting the link between PM1 exposure and respiratory health risks. “Numerous epidemiological studies have shown that exposure to … Read more
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m Dr Maurie Markman from City of Hope. I wanted to briefly discuss a very important paper. This is one that probably didn’t get as much attention as I believe it should. It looks at a very important clinically relevant question, and one that might very much … Read more