ScienceAlert: First Major Study Links Cannabis Use Disorder to Deadly Cancers
A new investigation from the American Head and Neck Society finds that excessive cannabis use disorder may increase the risk of developing any head or neck cancer, including oral, oropharyngeal, nasopharyngeal, salivary gland, and laryngeal cancer.
The study’s authors, led by epidemiologist Tyler Gallagher from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, say their results should be “interpreted cautiously”, as there is a chance they did not fully control for alcohol and tobacco use, as well as HPV status – all of which can contribute to the risk of developing head or neck cancers.
Hamilton Spectator: Philanthropist Heidi Balsillie’s heart never left Hamilton
15.April.2016
Her philanthropic foundation recently committed millions of dollars to the Abacus educational initiative.
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Meanwhile, she had already long been meeting with the CEO of the Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF) about an education initiative they had in the works called Abacus.
Abacus is now an established part of the Hamilton Community Foundation.
Globe: Going off the grid on the rugged Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands are as off-the-grid as you can get. Located between Scotland and Iceland, the archipelago of 18 islands may not be as well known as other parts of Scandinavia, but the small nation of 54,000 boasts panoramic views of the North Atlantic ocean and picturesque landscapes framed by majestic cliffs and mountains.
Even the temperamental weather – they say you can experience all four seasons in a day – adds to the rugged charm of the Faroe Islands.
The far-flung Danish territory’s unscathed beauty is an ideal destination for visitors searching for remote experiences and foodies who want fresh dining, especially fish. But its reputation only came to fruition in recent years, after the territory bounced back from a population decline.
Stuff: Study to better understand impact of wind turbines on marine mammals
“So, say during construction they can look at techniques like creating bubble curtains, air bubble curtains, around the construction area and what that does is it attenuates the noise, so it stops the noise propagating nearly as far.
“And you could have active listing devices in the water at the time [of construction] and that would detect if whales or dolphins were approaching the area, so then work on the site could be slowed or shut down.”
Last Updated: 15.Aug.2024 23:53 EDT
