Psilocybin May Prevent Chemotherapy Nerve Damage | Science News

Science News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms, just got a major scientific upgrade: new research from UT MD Anderson shows it can actually prevent chemotherapy-induced nerve damage in mice — a breakthrough that could revolutionize cancer care. This isn’t about treating nerve pain after the fact, but stopping it before it starts. The discovery came by accident, but repeated experiments confirmed psilocybin shields nerves by keeping mitochondria moving smoothly within cells — even after six rounds of chemo. While human trials are next, early patient reports hint at real-world promise…