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Georgia weighs ban on synthetic hemp, while expanding medical cannabis
Since the passage of the federal 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp farming and distribution, hemp products across the country have become more popular among consumers, from THC gummies to THC-infused drinks. Recreational use of marijuana remains…
Row erupts after Keir Starmer accuses medics of 'walking away' from deal
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The Prime Minister has accused resident doctors of…
You're in Medical School, So You Can't Have ADHD. Wrong!
Posted March 30, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch The plight of high-achieving adults with ADHD is often overlooked. These adults might have their difficulties dismissed because they're 'too smart to have ADHD.' A recent study involved a review of…
Japan Government Sets Up Task Force to Secure Medical Supplies
Japan's economy and health ministries are establishing a joint task force to ensure that the country won't run out of medicines and health products as the conflict in the Middle East disrupts supplies of critical goods. Targeted items include blood…
NHS 'days away' from running out of some medical supplies due to Iran war
The UK could be days away from running out of some medical supplies due to disruption caused by the war in Iran, the head of the NHS in England has said. Chief executive Sir Jim Mackey said he was “really worried” about medicine…
Row erupts after Keir Starmer accuses medics of 'walking away' from deal
The Prime Minister has accused resident doctors of “recklessly” walking away from a Government pay deal without putting it to members for a vote. But the British Medical Association (BMA) said that the Government had “moved the…
Imax CEO Richard Gelfond Taking Temporary Medical Leave Due to Pneumonia
Imax CEO Richard Gelfond is taking a temporary medial leave of absence as he undergoes treatment for pneumonia. He will not be participating in any public or private events for the company, including April's industry gathering CinemaCon in Las…
Imax CEO Richard Gelfond Taking Temporary Medical Leave
Imax chief executiveCEO Rich Gelfond is on a temporary medical leave of absence as he undergoes treatment for pneumonia, the company said today. He will not be participating in any public or private events for the company as he receives medical…
Kitsa Expands Global Pharma Reach, Partners with Tech Mahindra to Bring Agentic AI Medical Writing to Pharmaceutical Companies Worldwide
Through this partnership, Tech Mahindra will enhance the go-to-market capabilities to its global pharmaceutical and biotech customer base, helping organizations modernize clinical development workflows at scale. Compressing Clinical Timelines: From…
Hanley road shut as police, fire crews and paramedics at 'medical emergency
A patient was assessed by paramedics after emergency services were scrambled to the city centre. And during the height of the incident in Hanley and Hope Street was shut off. Witnesses spotted around six police vehicles, the fire service's aerial…
Bristol Myers Squibb adding 3 medications on TrumpRx
EXCLUSIVE: Bristol Myers Squibb is launching three medications on TrumpRx.gov on Monday, FOX Business has learned. The three prescription drugs will each be offered at deep discounts that range from 40% to 90% off the retail price. The Princeton…
Imax CEO Richard Gelfond Takes Medical Leave For Pneumonia Treatment
Imax says CEO Richard Gelfond is taking a temporary medical leave to undergo treatment for pneumonia. “He is receiving outstanding care and progressing in his recovery,” the film technologies company said in a statement on Monday.
Israeli strikes kill five in Gaza Strip, medics say
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Mar 31, 2026, 06:43 PM CAIRO, March 31 - Israeli strikes killed at least five people in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks on Tuesday, health officials said, in the latest…
How medics saved baby born after pregnant mum fell 90ft from tower block
A baby who was born after her mother fell 90ft from a tower block has grown into a happy and healthy toddler, defying all expectations after fighting for survival in intensive care. The infant's dramatic arrival came after her mum, Emma Atkinson…
Forum: Don't let medical progress become a loophole for insurers
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Mar 31, 2026, 05:00 AM The recent case of a policyholder's $100,000 claim being rejected because her brain surgery was “minimally invasive” rather than…
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