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Marijuana use alters adolescent brain development

Posted on August 14, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

Researchers analyzed marijuana use in US adolescents and showed it affects how the outer layer of their brains develop.

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    A new drug tackles blood cancer at its source

    Posted on July 24, 2023July 23, 2023 by Sciworthy

    Scientists developed a new drug treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia that targets both the cancer cells and their source stem cells, like…

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      Cold-activated fat cells help slow tumor growth

      Posted on July 10, 2023June 29, 2023 by Sciworthy

      Researchers found that brown fat activated by cold temperatures can slow the growth of cancerous tumors.

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        Natural supplements could help ease opioid withdrawal

        Posted on July 3, 2023July 7, 2023 by Sciworthy

        Scientists found a natural compound called oleanolic acid decreased withdrawal symptoms associated with morphine addiction in mice.

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          Dual drug delivery to fight liver cancer

          Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Researchers used a combination of drugs that slow cancer cell growth and boost the immune system to better fight non-resectable liver…

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            Can a disrupted sleep cycle increase your risk of lung cancer?

            Posted on June 19, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

            Researchers showed a cancer-signature gene is activated in mice with chronic jet lag, causing faster tumor growth in their lungs.

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              Teens who use cannabis with alcohol have worse hangovers

              Posted on June 12, 2023July 3, 2023 by Sciworthy

              Scientists showed teens who use cannabis can have worse hangovers due to heavier drinking and increased risk of depression.

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                Battling ovarian cancer with light

                Posted on June 5, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                Researchers engineered a virus to deliver light-sensitive chemicals to ovarian cancer cells and targeted them with a laser. Their new…

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                  Blueberries and black rice boost immunity

                  Posted on June 1, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                  Scientists found fermented blueberries and black rice can alleviate inflammation during infection.

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                    Can aspirin slow the spread of breast cancer?

                    Posted on May 29, 2023June 13, 2025 by Sciworthy

                    Breast cancer is a common cancer that affects women worldwide. When cancerous cells spread to other parts of the body, a process known as…

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