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Newest firstCannabinoids have emerged as potential modulators of pathological processes in Alzheimer's disease (AD), including neuroinflammation, synaptic dysfunction, and protein aggregation. Cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main phytocannabinoids from Cannabis sativa, interact with the endocannabinoid system and may influence neuronal and glial signaling pathways relevant to AD pathology. This mini r…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction As legalization of medical cannabis (MC) in the USA expands, there remains uncertainty in clinical guidance. Healthcare professionals remain unprepared to communicate to patients the therapeutic outcomes and possible adverse effects of MC utilization. There is limited training provided at all levels of medical education, even for professionals with many years of clinical practice. Additionally, there…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundInjectable anticipatory medications are routinely prescribed ahead of need in many countries to help manage distressing end-of-life symptoms. However, little is known about the lived experience of patients and informal caregivers as they navigate the prescription and use of anticipatory medications. AimTo understand patient journeys in navigating anticipatory medication care, and to identify interactions…
Context Studies generally focus on one type of chronic condition and the effect of medical cannabis (MC) on symptoms; little is known about the perceptions and engagement of patients living with chronic conditions regarding the use of MC. Objectives This scoping review aims to explore: (1) what are the dimensions addressed in studies on MC that deal with patients' perceptions of MC? and (2) how have patients been…
Incentive-linked prescribing (ILP) is considered a controversial practice universally. If incentivised, physicians may prioritise meeting pharmaceutical sales targets through prescriptions, rather than considering patients health and wellbeing. Despite the potential harms of ILP to patients and important stakeholders in the healthcare system, healthcare consumers (HCCs) which include patients and the general publi…
Open article record in new tab ↗Purposethis research aimed to identify the factors that lead to patients having mistrust towards the healthcare system in Somaliland and use the findings as a foundation for future policies. Methodsa descriptive study was conducted to understand the factors contributing to the populations mistrust of the healthcare system in Hargeisa. Data was collected through interviews with 49 participants using a survey questi…
Open article record in new tab ↗Therapeutic drug monitoring of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) is based on a complex procedure and is therefore not possible in most laboratories, especially in emergency cases. This work addresses the question of whether therapeutic drug monitoring of nabiximols can be performed using an immunological urine-based test system for cannabinoid abuse. Seventeen patients with multiple sclerosis wer…
BackgroundImproved knowledge regarding socio-demographic correlates of people with substance use disorders (SUDs) is essential to better plan and provide adequate services for SUD patients and their families, and to improve our understanding of the complex mechanisms underlying progression into and development of various SUDs. This study aimed to: i) describe demographic, economic, and social correlates of people…
Open article record in new tab ↗ObjectiveDespite significant improvements in diagnosis delay and treatment strategies, the burden of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) remains high. The objective of the study was to assess the association between diagnosis delay, disease activity and burden on daily life (BoDL) in a large sample of European patients with SLE. MethodsIn May 2020, Lupus Europe, the European umbrella patient association for SLE, co…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Before patients are admitted into the emergency department, it is important to undertake a pre-hospital process, both in terms of treatment performance and a request for resources from an emergency unit. The existing system to triage patients in Thailand is not functioning to its full capacity in either the primary medical system or pre-hospital treatment with shortcomings in the areas of speed, feature…
Open article record in new tab ↗BACKGROUND: Lately, the number of people using marijuana in the USA has dramatically increased. In 2018, many states have legalized marijuana use for both medical and recreational purposes, thus exploring the evidence behind medical marijuana use became essential. Muslim majority countries enforce rigorous rules as marijuana has been a long-debated issue due to the stigma associated with its use as a treatment. Ma…
Open article record in new tab ↗OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to describe general practitioners (GPs)' opinions and practices of preventive care and patients' opinions, attitudes, and behaviors towards prevention. METHODS: The data stemmed from a cross-sectional national survey on prevention conducted in Switzerland from 2015 to 2016. In total, 170 randomly drawn GPs and 1154 of their patients participated. The GPs answered an online que…
BACKGROUND: Substance use disorders are a major cause of health and social problems worldwide. Research evidence shows a strong graded relationship of adverse childhood experiences and substance use in adulthood. This study aimed at determining the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and their association with substance use among patients with substance use disorders. METHOD: The study used a descriptive c…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background:There is a lack of information about the prevalence of stress and types of stressors experienced by Emergency Department (ED) patients.Objective:The present aim is to study the prevalence of stress, types of stressful situations and the relationship with other health issues within the ED population.Materials and Methods:This is a cross-sectional study performed in an ED at a level-1 urban trauma center…
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