Scientists identify cell signals that mimic actions of marijuana-derived chemicals

Scientists identify cell signals that mimic actions of marijuana-derived chemicals
A newly discovered molecular mechanism helps control the amount and effectiveness of a substance that mimics an active ingredient in marijuana, but that is produced by the body’s own nerve cells.
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Weekly Address: President Obama Highlights Benefits to Seniors Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
WASHINGTON- In his weekly address this week, President Obama highlighted a Medicare Trustees report noting the steps we took this year to reform the health care system have put Medicare on a sounder financial footing, which will help to preserve Medicare for generations to come. Additionally, America’s seniors are already seeing more benefits as a result of health reform, including a rebate to …
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David Cameron Q&A – live in Hove
Hélène Mulholland with minute-by-minute coverage of the prime minister’s question and answer session with the public 2.29pm: Afternoon. Just two days after dropping in on Birmingham to take questions from a local audience, David Cameron is appearing in Brighton & Hove for another PM Direct event. The prime minister is likely to be challenged by members of the public today over his remarks that …
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