Structure of primary cannabinoid receptor is revealed
The molecular structure of CB1 is shown as a yellow ribbon with the bound stabilizing antagonist AM6538 as orange sticks....
Bullied Teen's Suicide Didn't Spur Copycat Attempts: Study
Social media publicity about a teen's suicide wasn't a driving factor in the rise of emergency department visits by Canadian teens for suicidal thoughts and attempts, a new study suggests.
Developmental neurotoxicity: OECD/EFSA experts discuss non-animal test methods
Fifty-nine participants from 15 countries attended a workshop on “Developmental Neurotoxicity (DNT): the use of non-animal test methods for regulatory purposes” in Brussels. The event, co-organised by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and...
Many Adults Unaware That Using E-Cigarettes Can Hurt Kids
Many Americans don't know that indoor use of electronic cigarettes exposes children to nicotine and leaves nicotine deposits on surfaces, a new survey shows.
Women report vaginal ring for preventing HIV had little effect on sexual intercourse
Most women who used an experimental vaginal ring for HIV prevention report that the physical act of sex was largely unaffected by using the product, which is inserted monthly for continuous wear. This finding is among several insights gleaned about...
HABITAT III: ‘A human-centred city is a culture-centred space’ says UNESCO report
Culture gives cities social and economic power.
Statins Often Interact With Other Heart Drugs
U.S. Psychiatric Patients Face Long Waits in ERs
People with mental illness often wait long hours -- or even days -- in an emergency room before receiving the care they need, according to a new poll conducted by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).
NIH scientists uncover genetic explanation for frustrating syndrome
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health have identified a genetic explanation for a syndrome characterized by multiple frustrating and difficult-to-treat symptoms, including dizziness and lightheadedness, skin flushing and itching,...
Response to rift valley fever outbreak in Niger gains momentum
The World Health Organization has deployed a team of experts to Niger in an effort to strengthen the coordination of response and stop the spread of the rift valley fever (RVF) that is affecting people and livestock in a district in the north-western...
