Cannabis Extract PHEC-66 Shows Promise in Killing Melanoma Cells

In recent studies, PHEC-66, a cannabis extract, has been found to induce apoptosis in melanoma cells, marking a potential breakthrough in cancer treatment.

• Researchers from Charles Darwin University and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology have discovered that PHEC-66 can significantly slow melanoma cell growth and increase their death rates.
• The extract works by binding to receptor sites on melanoma cells, regulating their growth and leading to programmed cell death, or apoptosis.
• The study highlights the need for advanced delivery systems to ensure the extract reaches melanoma cells efficiently, with further research into clinical applications ongoing.
• Initial in-vitro trials have shown promising results, with plans for animal studies and pre-clinical trials to further explore PHEC-66's efficacy in treating melanoma and other cancers.
• Despite the potential stigma surrounding cannabis extracts, researchers are optimistic about their future in cancer treatment, citing their use in treating anxiety, cancer-related symptoms, epilepsy, and chronic pain.

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