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The Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana
The difference between hemp and marijuana is a subject that is often poorly explained.
Japan develops breakthrough medicine from... volcano crater
A new drug that promises to save millions of lives is being developed based on a discovery made half a century ago in a crater in Cameroon.
Interesting dishes from Asia are a 'miracle drug' to reduce excess fat and blood fat
Volunteers aged 20-65, ranging from slightly overweight to obese, lost significant fat in just 12 weeks without losing any weight.
Caffeine in coffee can help with alcohol addiction
Coffee may help counteract some of the effects of alcohol on the brain and limit the risk of addiction.
Changing patterns of HIV infection in Vietnam
The HIV/AIDS epidemic is becoming more complicated, with the transmission pattern changing from blood-borne transmission in drug addicts to sexual transmission.
Surprised with 2 types of starch containing substances 'like weight loss drugs'
American and Austrian scientists have found something that can help control blood sugar, lose weight, and reduce fat extremely well in two familiar starch sources.
Why does milk reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics?
Research by scientists shows that some antibiotics when taken with milk can reduce their effectiveness, especially those treating bacterial infections.
What is 'pink cocaine'?
Pink cocaine, a drug mixture that can contain ketamine, ecstasy and crystal meth, has been increasingly detected in recent years.
South Korea successfully researches the world's first 'single atom editing' technique
For thousands of years, mankind has had to go through a series of steps to change a single atom in a molecule. But now, that's all going to change!
Japan announces new breakthrough to help destroy many types of cancer
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have found a new direction in the fight against cancer using artificial DNA.
Drug-resistant bacteria expected to kill tens of millions of people by 2050
Infections caused by drug-resistant superbugs, also known as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), are emerging as a serious global health challenge.
Positive trial results of drug that 'melts' cancer tumors
A drug that can 'melt away' tumours could dramatically increase the chances of curing colorectal cancer and could even replace surgery, doctors say.
Scientists find a way to trick cancer cells into 'committing suicide'
There has been a breakthrough in cancer treatment with a unique gene editing technique that causes cancer cells to self-destruct.
New discovery may help you lose weight without dieting
After discovering PGC-1a protein isoforms, scientists hope to create new drugs that help lose weight without exercise and dieting.