Human breast milk found to enhance cognitive development in babies
New research suggests that a carbohydrate found in breast milk is shown to affect a baby’s neurodevelopment
Previous animal studies have shown that the carbohydrate,...
Children’s mental health funding not being used appropriately
New research by YoungMinds has revealed that funding for children’s mental health services are being diverted to other priorities
Back in 2015, an extra £1.4...
Human gene variant linked to higher preference for THC in females
Preclinical research has revealed a common variation in a human gene that affects the brain’s reward processing circuit, showing that the variation increases vulnerability...
Functional neurological disorders associated with early life trauma
A new study finds that people with FND who experienced childhood abuse show differences in connections between certain regions of the brain
In a new...
Consumers do not understand THC levels in cannabis edibles
Few cannabis consumers understand what the THC numbers on packages of cannabis edibles really mean, according to a new study.
The study, which surveyed nearly...
Thematic ETF pioneers launch global medical cannabis ETF
Rize ETF, Europe’s first specialist thematic ETF issuer, has today launched its first two ETFs - including a medical cannabis ETF.
The Rize Cybersecurity and...
NHS staffing crisis: A critical exception to the immigration rules
Staffing shortages remain a pervasive challenge for the NHS, risking patient safety, care standards and the pursuit of innovation
UK immigration lawyer and guest contributor...
California’s Golden Gate University offers cannabis business course
Golden Gate University is offering one of the first university-level cannabis business courses in California to give students a view into the burgeoning cannabis industry.
The course will...
Having more than ten sexual partners could increase the risk of cancer
According to research published in BMJ Journal of Sexual & Reproductive Health people who have a history of more than 10 sexual partners is...
Prohibition Partners Launches the European Cannabis Report: 5th Edition
Leading cannabis market intelligence and strategic consultancy firm Prohibition Partners has launched The European Cannabis Report: 5th Edition.
The report is the latest in Prohibition Partners' suite of...
CBD products do not fall under scope of Novel Food schedule says CTA
The UK Cannabis Trades Association has responded to yesterday’s FSA announcement – stating that CBD does not fall under the scope of the Novel...
Peripheral artery disease: Is cocoa the answer?
A new report by the American Heart Association reveals that the consumption of cocoa may improve walking performance for patients with peripheral artery disease
Peripheral...
AI capable of accurately measuring stroke and heart attacks
Research led by UCL and Barts Health NHS Trust has revealed that, for the first time, AI has been used to instantly and accurately...
United European Gastroenterology: the burden of gastric diseases
In honour of World Stomach Day, Professor Tamara Matysiak-Budnik of United European Gastroenterology examines recent developments in gastric disease diagnosis and management.
On October 2...
Reforming cannabis policy on a state and federal level in the USA
The US-based Marijuana Policy Project aims to ease the burden on patients by campaigning for effective, workable policy reform.
The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP), founded...
The Conservative Drug Policy Reform Group: driving reform in the UK
The Conservative Drug Policy Reform Group weighs in on the current situation surrounding access to cannabis-based medicines in the UK.
The Conservative Drug Policy Reform...
CBD infused products continue to bolster global billion dollar market growth
The global CBD size is projected to continue its seemingly ever accelerating growth and is expected to reach $23.6bn, expanding at a CAGR of...
Is reconnecting with nature the key to our psychological wellbeing?
New research reveals that individuals who spend time in natural spaces report better physical and mental wellbeing as well as feeling connected to the...
The countdown to Europe Canna Expo is on as the event date closes in
The Europe Canna Expo (ECE) is kickstarting its 2020 event series in Dublin, Ireland on the 3-4 March.
ECE are elated to announce Mile High...
Local digital health projects in adult care awarded a share of £4.5m
The funding will enable the 16 organisations who provide adult social care services to roll out their local digital projects on a wider scale
The...