Common eczema disease linked to higher bone fracture risk
In a new study, researchers found that atopic eczema is linked to increased fracture risk in adults.
It is the largest to date examining the...
Researchers find an important cause of statin-related muscle pain
Statins could reduce a person’s risk of a heart attack or stroke by lowering the levels of so-called ‘bad cholesterol’ in the body.
They are...
Scientists now have a better way to predict heart attacks
Doctors need better ways to detect and monitor heart disease, the leading cause of death in industrialized countries.
In a new study, researchers have developed...
This anti-itch drug may help prevent opioid overuse
In a new study, researchers found that an anti-itch medication that targets a specific part of our nerve cells can make morphine—which targets a...
Caner linked to doubled risk of stroke
In a new study, researchers found that people living with or beyond cancer are more likely to die from stroke than the general public.
In...
Scientists find underlying causes of heart rhythm diseases
Despite advances in medical imaging, the mechanisms leading to the irregular contractions of the heart during heart rhythm disorders remain poorly understood.
In a new...
Low-calorie sweeteners less harmful to body weight, blood sugar
In a new study, researchers found that low-calorie sweeteners cause only modest changes in blood sugar, insulin levels, insulin sensitivity, and weight gain, as...
Increased use of antibiotics may boost risk of Parkinson’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that higher exposure to commonly used oral antibiotics is linked to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease.
The research...
This diabetes drug may lead to dangerous infection disease
Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are a new type of drug that can treat diabetes.
But recently, scientists have found that the drugs could lead to...
Scientists find a new link between migraines and opioid overuse
In a new study, researchers have found a new link between migraine headaches and opioid overuse.
The finding may be key to treating pain.
The research...