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One in four Israelis using hard drugs amid Gaza genocide and regional wars
17+ min ago (383+ words) One in four Israelis now engages in harmful substance use as the psychological fallout from Israel’s genocide in Gaza and its expanding wars across the Middle East reshapes daily life, according to research cited by Haaretz. The Israeli Centre for…...
People with psychiatric disorders tend to have a smaller pineal gland
18+ hour, 36+ min ago (695+ words) A new statistical review reveals that people diagnosed with psychiatric conditions tend to have a physically smaller pineal gland compared to those without such conditions. The comprehensive research, published in Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, also indicates that this structural difference does…...
Vulnerability in relation to genetics: Why some brains are more susceptible to addiction
37+ min ago (264+ words) A majority of opioids are processed by the mu opioid receptor, a specialized protein in the nervous system that regulates pain perception, stress, and reward and is developed from a specific gene throughout the body: the OPRM1 gene. The mu opioid…...
Erectile Dysfunction: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & When to Seek Help |#SundayBreakfast
36+ min ago (72+ words) Two Nigerians arrested over alleged murder of compatriot in Tamale NPP demands Miracles Aboagye's release, condemns EOCO detention Dennis Miracles Aboagye arrested by EOCO at Accra International Airport Child marriage among children aged 12-17 remains high in Oti region – GSS KNUST…...
Mental health unit unveilinga boost toregional services
46+ min ago (332+ words) REGIONAL mental health services have received a boost with the official opening of a $56m facility in Tamworth. The Tamworth Mental Health Unit, which will service the North West region including Gunnedah and Narrabri shires, includes 25 general adult beds including a…...
Vincent's Clubhouse Announces Partnership with University of Florida Jacksonville Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
42+ min ago (215+ words) PALM COAST, Fla. - Vincent's Clubhouse is proud to announce that it is now an official satellite clinic for the University of Florida Jacksonville Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UF-Jacksonville CARD).This new partnership brings specialized CARD services directly to…...
Oral CBG Safe and Well-Tolerated at Doses Up to 200 Milligrams in Human Study
3+ hour, 13+ min ago (408+ words) Pennsylvania Bill Would Add Medical Marijuana Dispensary Permits for Small and Diverse Businesses Gun Rights Groups Sue Pennsylvania Over Veteran’s Carry License Denial Tied to 1994 Marijuana Conviction Cannabigerol was well-tolerated and produced few noticeable effects when administered to healthy adults…...
USask physical therapy students inspiring change in long-term care
1+ hour, 19+ min ago (433+ words) SASKATOON — For Valerie Kerr and Levi Osterwalder, their clinical placement at Stensrud Lodge became an opportunity to create meaningful change. Walking regularly supports independence by maintaining mobility, balance and the confidence to manage daily activities. University of Saskatchewan (USask) Master…...
Single Dose Psilocybin Led to Robust Antidepressant Response
3+ hour, 15+ min ago (280+ words) Posted July 12, 2026 | Reviewed by Tyler Woods Since then, studies evaluating psilocybin as a potential option for the treatment of depressive disorders have surged (Nichols, 2000; Smausz, 2022 ). On April 18, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order further accelerating research and expanding access to…...
The healthcare response to addiction
1+ hour, 6+ min ago (463+ words) Purdue Pharma has been ordered to pay $7.4 billion for its part in the opioid epidemic. The company has been criticized for its aggressive and deceptive marketing of OxyContin, an opioid painkiller, because it downplayed the potential dangers of addiction. Purdue…...