Mixing painkillers and birth control may increase blood clot risk
A study from Denmark has some important news for women who are taking both birth control pills and certain painkillers.
It turns out that if...
Diabetes drug shows promise for widespread heart failure
The Problem: Millions with Weak Hearts
Heart failure is a big deal affecting millions of people around the world. Imagine your heart is like a...
Cannabis improves quality of life in people with chronic health issues
A recent study from the University of Sydney found that medical cannabis could be a game-changer for Australians living with chronic health problems.
Published in...
Blood pressure drugs could boost chemotherapy in breast cancer treatment
In a groundbreaking study, an international team of researchers led by Monash University has discovered that beta-blockers, commonly used for managing blood pressure, could...
Better sleep could be the key to fighting opioid addiction, says new study
Opioids, like oxycodone, are drugs often used to manage pain but come with the heavy risk of addiction.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease...
Artificial sweeteners linked to heart disease risk, study finds
A recent large-scale study published by The BMJ has called into question the safety of artificial sweeteners, commonly seen as a healthier alternative to...
Scientists find the secret to preventing blindness in diabetics
Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye issue for people with diabetes. It happens when high sugar levels in the blood harm the retina, the...
Scientists find a new, more potent opioid crisis in the US
As if the opioid epidemic was not devastating enough, healthcare experts are warning of a new and even more potent class of synthetic opioids...
Vegan diet outperforms Mediterranean diet in weight loss and heart health, study finds
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition reveals that a low-fat vegan diet is more effective than a...
Scientists find a clear link between chronic kidney disease and stroke risk
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious public health issue that affects millions of people worldwide.
Despite its prevalence, the mechanisms behind the continual kidney...