Can weed actually mess with your cancer treatment? New research could have ‘major implications’

Can weed actually mess with your cancer treatment? New research could have ‘major implications’

Talk about chronic relief. Cancer patients tend to use cannabis to manage side effects of their treatment and ease symptoms such as nausea, pain, insomnia and anxiety. “Research has shown that there is a high rate of cannabis use among cancer patients — more than 50% in some studies, and up to 80% among those … Read more

Researchers discover aging ‘hotspot’ in the brain — and it could have big implications for patients

Researchers discover aging ‘hotspot’ in the brain — and it could have big implications for patients

The brain plays a big part in the aging process, and scientists think they’ve pinpointed the specific cells that control it. In a study of mice, researchers at the Allen Institute identified certain cells that showed “major changes” with age, particularly in one specific “hotspot,” according to a press release. Mice were chosen because their brains … Read more

Children should avoid screen time until this age, experts warn: ‘Important implications’

Children should avoid screen time until this age, experts warn: ‘Important implications’

Children should be prohibited from screen time until the age of 3 as it can lead to developmental delays, a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found. Researchers at Drexel University discovered that babies and toddlers who are allowed screen time are more likely to display atypical sensory behaviors associated with neurodevelopmental disorders such as … Read more

Justin Shackil to be offered WFAN job with huge Yankees implications

Justin Shackil to be offered WFAN job with huge Yankees implications

John Sterling will be 85 in July, and is not going anywhere as the Yankees’ radio play-by-player. WFAN and the team expect him to do most, but not all, of the games this upcoming season.  This is why Justin Shackil is on the verge of what one day could become a very big job, The … Read more