Opioids may not effective for cancer pain management
A groundbreaking review, the largest of its kind, on opioid medications for cancer pain has raised critical questions about their effectiveness and suggests that...
Research finds a blood pressure drug with potential aging benefits
Rilmenidine, commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, might have some unexpected benefits. Recent research, as reported in Aging Cell, suggests it could also contribute...
Research shows deep root cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a common problem in older people. It's a type of dementia that makes it hard for them to remember things, think...
Diabetes drug may help women avoid weight gain after stop smoking
A new study published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health reveals that the diabetes drug dulaglutide (Trulicity) could significantly reduce the risk of major...
Beware of holiday heart syndrome: the risks of excessive holiday drinking
During the festive holiday season, indulging in drinks like rum-laced eggnog, mulled wine, or a hot toddy is common, but doctors are warning about...
I have COVID. How likely am I to get long COVID?
EG.5 or the Eris COVID variant is dominant in parts of Australia. Eris, along with other circulating strains, are descendants of Omicron.
While these strains...
AI can help predict aggressive behavior in people with autism
A groundbreaking study, published online in JAMA Network Open, reveals that machine learning can effectively predict imminent aggressive behaviors in inpatient youths with autism.
This...
Vegan diet boosts heart health, Stanford study finds
Researchers from Stanford Medicine have discovered that a vegan diet can significantly improve cardiovascular health in just eight weeks.
This pioneering study, set to be...
Tips for maintaining good oral health when it’s easy to be tempted by sweet...
Whether it's a cup of punch at a New Year's party or a slice of cake at another holiday gathering, sweet treats can be...
Scientists find long-term brain injury markers in people with COVID-19
A new study, recently published in Nature, uncovers significant findings about brain injury markers in COVID-19 patients.
This research is a major output from the...