In this review, researchers considered the evidence about whether one of the active ingredients in cannabis – tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) – could trigger chromothripsis, which could potentially cause cancer and other illnesses.
The researchers also raised the possibility that the DNA damage could be passed down to later generations.
There is a great deal of uncertainty about how the included studies were chosen, so there is a possibility not all relevant research was considered.
This type of study serves to stimulate debate and further research. It is not reliable enough to form the foundation of policy change on its own.
Arguably, a longer-term study would be needed to see if cannabis use could have an intergenerational effect.
CQC has today set out how it will work more effectively with Health Education England (HEE).
HEE is responsible for the education and training of people who work in healthcare such as: nurses, doctors, physiotherapists and healthcare assistants. This is monitored by them during visits to observe the quality of training.
CQC has published a memorandum of understanding, which gives details of the principles both organisations will follow.
The MoU has two annexes. The first covers acute hospitals and the second primary medical services. The agreements provide details on how both organisations have agreed to work together more closely, including sharing information.
This briefing considers how the increase in national funding for home adaptations offers opportunities to improve integration between NHS, social care and housing, and meet performance targets, particularly reducing delayed transfers of care.
This paper reports initial findings from a large 5-year randomised clinical trial funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and conducted in Burlington, Vermont. In 2006, over a 6-week period during the winter solstice, 177 adults with a current episode of depression that was recurrent with a seasonal pattern were treated with .... CBT-SAD therapy. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details
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