OSU Receives Several Grants to Pioneer Medical Advancements
OSU’s College of Medicine is working on many new projects thanks to millions received in grant money.
Health & Medicine
Scientists Warn Some Prescriptions Don’t Mix Well with Cannabis
CBD products could interfere with medications. Doctor supervision is recommended.
Sweden Must Share Its Smoke-Free “Gift to the World” to Save Lives
Sweden has the lowest smoking rate of any EU member state, at just 5.6%, just above the official 5% ‘smoke free’ limit used by international bodies, and is on track to become smoke free this year.
Stigma Continues Even in Areas of Poor Mental Health
Despite declining mental health in some areas, efforts to destigmatize treatment have been slow-going.
Ban on Disposable Vapes Contradicts UK’s Successful Harm Reduction Policy
The ban on disposable vapes is counterproductive to harm reduction, says World Vapers’ Alliance.
Daily Exposure to COVID News Negatively Impacted Mental Health
Pandemic-related news has caused residual anxiety, distress.
Biden’s Cancer Plan Misses the Mark by Overlooking Tobacco Harm Reduction
The administration plans to invest $15 million in smoking cessation programs targeting menthol and flavored tobacco use.
Missouri’s Mentally Ill Inmates are Stalemated by Insufficient Resources
Inmates who are not well enough to stand trial are also not getting the treatment they need.
Better Health Can be Achieved Through Small Daily Changes
Living a healthier life sometimes simply takes making minor changes to a person’s routine.
Wisconsin’s Teen Girls are Struggling with Their Self-esteem
The mental health of teen girls depends on successful early interventions.