Guardian Health
Cannabis is not an effective treatment for common mental health conditions, says review
A major review by international researchers has found no meaningful evidence that cannabis effectively treats a range of common mental health conditions, including anxiety, PTSD, and anorexia nervosa. The findings challenge a growing trend of patients turning to medical cannabis for psychiatric relief. The study raises serious questions about whether widespread clinical use of the drug is outpacing the science supporting it.
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I'm concerned about my blood pressure. Can I check it at home?
Home blood pressure monitoring has become an essential tool for getting accurate readings, since many patients experience elevated numbers simply from the stress of a clinical setting — a phenomenon known as "white coat hypertension." Consumer-grade monitors have grown increasingly reliable, making self-testing a practical first step before pursuing treatment. Knowing your true baseline can mean the difference between unnecessary medication and a well-calibrated health strategy.
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‘It’s like Covid II’: Canterbury’s student hangouts left empty by meningitis scare
Canterbury's student quarter has fallen eerily quiet after a meningitis outbreak prompted the University of Kent to move exams online and cancel in-person assessments, sending thousands of students home early for Easter. Local businesses, which depend heavily on student footfall, are bearing the brunt — with pubs and bars reporting ghost-town conditions even on typically lucrative occasions like St Patrick's Day. The outbreak has drawn stark comparisons to the Covid lockdown era, underscoring how quickly a health scare can hollow out a university town's economy.
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