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https://businessjournaldaily.com/marijuana-in-ohio-unforced-error-at-ysu/
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Marijuana in Ohio; 'Unforced Error' at YSU

Ohio voters approved Issue 2 - the recreational use of marijuana - 57% to 43% in the Nov. 7 election. Dan O'Brien, managing editor of The Business Journal, provided insights into the new law and how it will affect businesses. The law is "much more...
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https://lifeboat.com/blog/2024/03/engineering-the-microbiome-crispr-leads-the-way
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Scientists have categorized different types of CRISPR systems into two classes based on how their Cas nucleases function. In class 1 (types III, and IV), different Cas proteins form a complex machinery to identify and cut foreign DNA; in class 2 CRISPR systems (types II, and VI), a single Cas protein effector recognizes and cleaves DNA.
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Press play above to watch FOX 13 News TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Gov. Ron DeSantis — who's come out swinging against a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational marijuana — on Friday delivered a victory to potential pot competitors by vetoing a measure that would have severely...
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https://www.ey.com/en_gl/health/how-virtual-and-in-person-care-merge-for-a-healthier-and-more-sustainable-future
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Virtual and in-person care are merging to create a healthier, more sustainable future. Through advances in technology and the development of digital health solutions, organizations now have access to improved medical care at reduced costs while also increasing patient satisfaction. This combination of virtual and in-person care has enabled healthcare organizations to streamline operations, reduce wait times and improve efficiency. Additionally, this approach enables patients to receive personalized care suited to their individual needs while providing physicians with the tools they need to deliver superior care. The result is an improved patient experience that will leave a lasting impact on public health outcomes for years to come. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
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https://wraltechwire.com/2023/08/07/pharma-giant-astellas-which-operates-100m-gene-therapy-plant-in-sanford-invests-50m-in-san-diego-biotech/
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"We are excited to announce a strategic investment by Astellas, a premier global pharmaceutical company that shares our strategic vision for the future of genetic engineering and cell and gene therapies. This investment further validates our technology and approach and also reflects our broad strategic options in progressing the business," said , Poseida's Chief Executive Officer.
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https://scitechdaily.com/contrary-to-expectations-depressed-brains-exhibit-suppressed-immune-cells/
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A recent research study from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience has discovered that individuals suffering from depression have fewer microglial cells. What does that mean? Depression is a serious condition that greatly contributes to the overall global disease burden. It's also a leading cause of disability on a worldwide scale.
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Newswise — Alpine habitats present extreme challenges, including low temperatures, high UV radiation, and limited oxygen levels, which demand unique adaptations from the plants that inhabit these regions. Despite their ecological importance, the genetic mechanisms behind these adaptations are not well understood.
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https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/gain-of-function-research-covid-19/
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In late 2019, unbeknownst to all, a new virus first infected humans in Wuhan, China: SARS-CoV-2. This infectious virus — which turned out to be airborne, highly infectious, lethal to a few but capable of causing long-term damage to many — is the cause of the COVID-19 illness that has now infected...
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https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240829/Study-explores-link-between-prostate-cancer-treatment-and-Alzheimere28099s-disease.aspx
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Hi, I'm Azthena, you can trust me to find commercial scientific answers from News-Medical.net. A few things you need to know before we start. Please read and to continue. Great. Ask your question.
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https://www.greenstate.com/perspective/legalization-nation-new-jersey-mushroom-bill-mimics-cannabis/
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Cannabis can be confusing, to say the least. The United States has not yet legalized cannabis at the federal level, and state laws on pot differ wildly, even in states where recreational cannabis is legal.
At GreenState, we're doing our best to keep you updated on the latest in cannabis law in...
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https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-08-gene-rare-muscle-disease.html
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by Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research


Researchers at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and The University of Western Australia (UWA) have discovered the genetic cause of a rare muscle disease that causes muscle weakness, droopy eyelids and difficulty...
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Online therapy applications and the use of text messaging may make therapy cheaper and more accessible for people worldwide.
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https://phys.org/news/2024-07-term-artificial-intelligence-product-descriptions.html
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Companies may unintentionally hurt their sales by including the words "artificial intelligence" when describing their offerings that use the technology, according to a study led by Washington State University researchers.

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The Swiss government wants to encourage the use of biosimilars and generics with the aim of decreasing the costs of healthcare. Recent regulatory and legislative changes will make it easier to replace reference products by biosimilars and incentivize patients to choose generics and biosimilars when available.
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UNCsF: United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). The state of the World's children 2009: maternal and newborn health. UNICEF; 2008. Blehar MC, Spong C, Grady C, Goldkind SF, Sahin L, Clayton JA. Enrolling pregnant women: issues in clinical research. Women's Health Issues. 2013;23(1):e39-e45....
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/jessepines/2024/04/17/5-ways-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-healthcare/
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Healthcare artificial intelligence is in its infancy but has the potential to transform patient ... [+] care, research and drug discoveryAFP via Getty Images
The revolution of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has just begun. Here are five promising areas where AI could make a big...
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https://www.prweb.com/releases/viewpoint-collaborates-with-myofunctional-research-co-to-highlight-innovations-in-oral-health-302170627.html
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Myofunctional Research Co. has been at the forefront of developing non-invasive, preventative dental treatments for over 30 years.

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Myofunctional Research Co. has been at the forefront of developing non-invasive, preventative dental treatments for over 30 years. The company's...
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https://www.bizjournals.com/bizwomen/news/latest-news/2024/05/walmart-to-close-all-of-its-health-care-clinics.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search
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From the Orlando Business Journal. Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is closing its entire Walmart Health business. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based retail giant plans to close all 51 health center locations across five states and shut down its virtual care. The concept was created in 2019, providing patients services like primary care, lab work, X-rays and EKGs, as well as dental care, behavioral health services and immunizations.
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https://www.foxnews.com/health/smartphone-exposure-cause-brain-cancer-ask-doctor
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Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Overuse of smartphones can have a variety of side effects — but is brain cancer one of them?"Cell phones are ubiquitous, and concern about the radiation they emit can cause fear of brain tumor formation," said Dr....
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Briggs, D. Environmental pollution and the global burden of disease. Br. Med. Bull. 68, 1-24 (2003).Article
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Oliveri, D. & Scoditti, E. Impact of environmental factors on lung defences. Eur. Res. Rev. 14, 51-56 (2005).Article

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Newswise — Salt stress poses a major challenge to global crop production, especially in cereals, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of salt tolerance mechanisms. Halophytes like Spartina alterniflora, thriving in high-salinity environments, offer valuable insights due to their unique adaptations.
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https://www.semafor.com/article/12/08/2023/crispr-gene-editing-tool-approved-for-sickle-cell-disease
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Given that 90% of sickle cell patients in the U.S. are Black — a historically marginalized community in medicine — the disease was an "unexpected front-runner in the race to commercialize CRISPR," writes Sarah Zhang for the Atlantic. Black patients are often misdiagnosed or refused painkillers...