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Cannabis for chronic pain; false claims act suit against Vohra; a sound to ease motion sickness – Morning Medical Update
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- Experts caution against cannabis for chronic noncancer pain due to limited long-term benefits and potential risks, advising against use in vulnerable groups and inhaled forms.
- The U.S. government alleges Vohra Wound Physicians Management overbilled Medicare by manipulating billing software and pressuring staff, resulting in fraudulent claims.
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At the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025, experts advised caution on using cannabis for chronic noncancer pain. While offering modest short-term relief, evidence for long-term benefit is limited. Risks include cognitive and mental health effects, withdrawal, and pregnancy complications. The panel recommended avoiding use in vulnerable groups and advised against inhaled forms.
U.S. files false claims act suit against Vohra Wound Physicians Management
On Thursday, the U.S. filed a False Claims Act complaint against Vohra Wound Physicians Management and its owner, Ameet Vohra, MD, alleging they overbilled Medicare for unnecessary wound care services. The complaint claims Vohra used manipulated billing software, misled physicians, and pressured staff to meet revenue-driven debridement targets. Prosecutors say the company’s actions resulted in fraudulent claims for services not performed or not medically necessary.
A sound to ease motion sickness
A unique 100 Hz sound developed by Nagoya University researchers significantly reduced motion sickness symptoms after just one minute of exposure, according to a new study in Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine. The noninvasive “sound spice” stimulation targets the inner ear’s balance system, easing nausea and dizziness without exceeding safe noise levels.
