Active Ingredient In Marijuana Reduced Alzheimer's-Like Effects In Mice
In mice genetically programmed to develop Alzheimer's symptoms, those given a synthetic version of a chemical in marijuana retained normal memory function.
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A Winning Idea: Medicaid Expansion Prevails In Idaho, Nebraska And Utah
Voters in Idaho, Utah and Nebraska approved ballot initiatives to expand Medicaid, overcoming roadblocks that had kept an estimated 300,000 people from obtaining coverage.
Death Related To Hepatitis A Outbreak Is Confirmed
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first death related to an ongoing outbreak of hepatitis A.
How Hospitals Can Tackle The Maternal Mortality Crisis
American women are more likely to die from preventable childbirth complications than women in other developed countries. A group of obstetricians says hospitals can do a lot to change this.
These Flatworms Can Regrow A Body From A Fragment. How Do They Do It And Could We?
Biologists are keen to understand how a type of flatworm known as a planarian uses powerful stem cells to regenerate an entire body from a headless sliver of itself.
Big Soda And The Ballot: Soda Industry Takes Cues From Tobacco To Combat Taxes
Voters in Oregon and Washington will decide Tuesday whether to strip cities of their ability to tax sugary drinks, thanks to ballot initiatives backed by Big Soda.
Can't Stop Worrying? Try Tetris To Ease Your Mind
There could be an upside to your phone addiction. Games like Tetris can reduce anxiety, according to new research. So if you've got Election Day jitters, go ahead and launch that app.
Neuroscientists Debate A Simple Question: How Does The Brain Store A Phone Number?
Working memory is where the brain keeps bits of information in everyday life handy. But brain scientists don't agree on how working memory works.
Technical Difficulties May Jeopardize Food Stamps At Farmers Markets
If a popular app used by many farmers markets to process federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits is no longer offered next spring, consumers' access to fresh produce may be stalled.
Ready For The Time Change? Here Are Tips To Stay Healthy During Dark Days Ahead
Every cell in our bodies has a well-tuned timing mechanism. So, when we "fall back" or "spring forward," it takes us time to adjust. We have tips that can help.