Study On Mice Shows THC In Cannabis Could Be Beneficial For Alzheimer’s Disease

Genetically engineered mice given tetrahydrocannabinol performed better during a brain test than mice that received a placebo, according to a study that also said they lost fewer brain cells and had fewer plaques associated with the disease. Other public health news focuses on a potential new treatment for gonorrhea, the final Agent Orange cleanup, tips for flu season, zip codes and life expectancy rates, babies with older fathers and more.

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