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The Cardio Protective Effect of Cannabinoids

The Cardio Protective Effect of Cannabinoids

Cannabis sativa/indica, better known as the illicit drug Marijuana, has been used for centuries for its psychoactive and medicinal properties. Recently it was found that delta-9- tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the major active component of cannabis, also has various effects on non-neuronal tissues, including cardiac cells.The CB1 (neuronal) and CB2 (peripheral) G protein-coupled cannabinoid receptors are currently known to be activated by THC.

Modern Medicine – April/May 2019

May 30, 2019 by Cardiology Developing Medicine

Easier and More Affordable CT Imaging

Easier and More Affordable CT Imaging – MM1608

Many people across the globe have little or no access to affordable healthcare due to high costs and lack of trained technicians and health specialists, especially where the need is greatest. With high operating costs for big but important machinery like CT scanners, limited space, limited access to technology and limited resources – the odds are against Africa when it comes to making access to healthcare facilities for all an achievable goal.

Modern Medicine – August 2016

August 29, 2016 by Developing Medicine Diagnostics Radiology
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