More than half of patients don’t need opioids after surgery, says new study
In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found that an opioid-sparing strategy could help patients manage pain after surgery without opioids.
They...
6 things you can control to protect your blood pressure
High blood pressure is a dangerous health condition that can increase risks of heart disease and stroke.
Luckily people can keep their blood pressure...
These 5 unhealthy things cause most cancers
Many things can contribute to cancer, including genetic factors and lifestyle factors.
It is known that an unhealthy lifestyle can cause many types of cancer....
This new therapy may stop liver cancer growth
In a new study, researchers found that a new treatment using non-thermal radio waves could block the growth of liver cancer cells anywhere in...
A big cause of the current opioid crisis
Recently, researchers led by Monash University have found that inappropriate pain control after surgery causes most of the opioid abuse.
This may be the big...
Red meat in this diet may help prevent autoimmune diseases
In a new study, researchers found that red meat as part of a healthy Mediterranean diet is linked to lower risk of autoimmune diseases...
These 7 things can tell your future heart disease, stroke risk
In a new study, researchers found seven key measures of heart health may help predict future risk of heart disease and stroke.
The seven factors...
Common heartburn drugs linked to stomach cancer, heart and kidney disease
In a new study, researchers found that common heartburn drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are linked to stomach cancer and fatal heart and...
Big signs you may have a thyroid problem
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland situated near the base of the neck.
The gland can secrete hormones essential to many functions, including metabolism and...
This stuff in the air may harm your artery health
In a new study, researchers found that exposure to ambient ozone may accelerate arterial conditions that could develop into heart disease and stroke.
It's the...