Nearly 1 in 3 people with chronic pain turn to marijuana
About 50 million US adults have chronic pain, which is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care.
Chronic pain can happen for...
This type 2 diabetes treatment remains effective 2 years later
A recent study from Thomas Jefferson University found that a drug combo of diabetes drugs dapagliflozin and exenatide continues to stay effective, without loss...
This COVID-19 vaccine may prevent brain damage caused by infection
The pathology of the respiratory system is the main impact of COVID-19.
But many people also have neurological symptoms, such as loss of smell (anosmia),...
This blood pressure number strongly linked to neurotic personality
High blood pressure is not only a major risk for cardiovascular disease.
It is thought to be associated with psychological factors, such as anxiety, depression,...
Frequently using antibiotics may increase risk of inflammatory bowel disease
In a study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and elsewhere, scientists found frequent use of antibiotics may heighten the risk of inflammatory bowel...
Diets protecting blood pressure may also benefit kidney health
A recent Johns Hopkins study found people who ate the DASH diet for lowering blood pressure were at a much lower risk of developing...
COVID-19 may change the body’s response to flu, study finds
Scientists found COVID-19 may change the body’s response to other threats. But this depends on your sex.
This compound in blood may predict your dementia risk
In a study from the National University of Singapore, scientists found low levels of ergothioneine in blood plasma may predict an increased risk of...
Green tea supplement may cause liver damage, study finds
In a study from Rutgers University, scientists found that Long-term use of a high-dose green tea extract may protect against cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity,...
Low vitamin D level linked to high risk of inflammation
Inflammation is an essential part of the body’s healing process.
But when it persists, it can contribute to a wide range of complex diseases including...