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ADHD drug Ritalin could divert America’s 5 million cocaine users off powder, study suggests

By Luke Andrews Health reporter for Dailymail.Com Updated: 10:36 am EDT, August 31, 2023 ADHD drug Ritalin could help wean Americans off cocaine, study suggests. Researchers at the University of Virginia say animal studies have shown the drug triggers a reduction in addiction to white powder and could help treat cocaine addiction, although the scientists …

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The federal health agency recommends easing restrictions on marijuana

Comment on this storyComment The top national health agency is recommending easing restrictions on marijuana, which could herald a sea change in federal cannabis policy. The Department of Health and Human Services has recommended that the Drug Enforcement Administration reclassify marijuana as a low-risk, Schedule III controlled substance, according to a person familiar with the …

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Still Hungry for New Obesity Drugs, Novo Nordisk Finalizes Another M&A Deal – MedCity News

Novo Nordisk is already an obesity drug giant with its blockbuster Wegovy, but its appetite for cardiometabolic drugs continues. The Danish pharmaceutical giant is satisfying that hunger by acquiring a startup with a new approach to weight loss, sealing its second acquisition deal this month. The latest acquisition target is Embark Biotech. Under the terms …

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A mutated coronavirus puts scientists on high alert and other health stories you need to read

This comprehensive summary tells you the health stories of the past two weeks. Major health news: Scientists race to investigate highly mutated coronavirus variant; America’s drinking water is contaminated with toxic chemicals; Air pollution poses a serious risk to life expectancy in South Asia. 1. Scientists investigate risks of highly mutated coronavirus Research is underway …

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How can ketamine treat depression? Pete Davidson admits to using former raving drug to treat ‘constant’ depression.

Pete Davidson has revealed that he has previously taken ketamine to treat his depression Pete Davidson has revealed that he has previously taken ketamine to treat his depression, sparking new interest in the former party drug turned mental health therapy. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of ketamine in 2019 in a very …

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“Jelly”-based eye drops that may stop vision loss

Gelatin-based drops found in umbilical cords could be a new treatment for eye pain. Gelatin contains cells that are believed to repair potentially serious damage resulting from infection or injury to the surface of the eye. A clinical trial is underway in six hospitals across France to examine whether the drops can treat chronic keratitis …

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