There seem to be clinics for absolutely everything nowadays. The University of California San Diego Health, for example, has just opened the new Headache Center offering specialised care for patients suffering from various headache disorders, including migraine and traumatic brain injury. One of the most notable features of the clinic is its rooms equipped with a special green light which has been shown to reduce anxiety, help migraines and reduce sensitivity to light. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
