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This common osteoarthritis treatment may damage joints

In a new study, researchers found corticosteroid injections used to treat osteoarthritis pain in the hip and knee may be more dangerous than previously...

Mindfulness may help reduce opioid cravings, chronic pain

In a new study, researchers found people suffering from opioid addiction and chronic pain may have fewer cravings and less pain if they use...

Alzheimer’s disease is detectable in blood tests, study shows

In a new study, researchers have discovered changes in blood samples linked to Alzheimer's disease. They examined disease-discordant twin pairs: one sibling who suffered from...

Cataract surgery could protect you from car accidents, new study shows

In a new study, researchers used a driving simulator to test patients’ vision before and after cataract surgery. They found that near misses and crashes...

Activity trackers may benefit people with diabetes and heart disease

In a new study, researchers have done the largest ever review of the effect of movement-monitoring devices, such as pedometers, on the activity of...

Scientists find better way to predict prostate cancer growth

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new way to predict the aggressiveness and future behavior of prostate cancers. The new method uses images...

Strong blood pressure control may benefit brains of older people

In a new study, researchers found that more aggressively controlling daily blood pressure in older adults can improve their brain health. The research was conducted...

Scientists discover new effective pain relief in Australian fungus

In a new study, researchers found an Australian fungus could provide effective pain relief and the potential for a safer less addictive drug. It may...

Common bladder drug may harm your eye health and vision

In a new study, researchers found a drug widely prescribed for a bladder condition for decades now appears to be toxic to the retina, the...

Bigger spend, same end: Medicare could save money in post-hospital care

Picture a woman in her 60s, in the hospital, after a heart attack or hip replacement. As her hospital stay nears its end, her care...