Paracetamol versus ibuprofen – which works best and when?
In most cases, pain and fever relief is as simple as a trip to your local supermarket for some paracetamol or ibuprofen.
While both are...
Obesity prolongs brain injury symptoms: a new study reveals
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have found that obesity can extend the duration of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) symptoms.
This...
More colon cancer screenings, but not just colonoscopies
A year ago, the American Cancer Society and the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force suggested that people aged 45 to 49 should also be screened...
High blood pressure meds: a double-edged sword?
High blood pressure affects many people globally - over a billion, in fact. Often, people with severe high blood pressure also experience kidney problems.
This...
Fatty liver disease: a hidden risk factor for dementia?
What is Fatty Liver Disease?
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a health problem where fat builds up in your liver. It’s not caused by...
Easier access to prescription opioids may curb overdose deaths
The opioid crisis in America is a complex and tragic issue that has unfolded in several waves since the 1990s. Each wave has been...
Early colon cancer in men: key risk factors identified
Colorectal cancer is a disease that affects the colon or rectum, parts of our digestive system.
These days, fewer people aged 50 and older are...
Diabetes remission possible after this surgery, even without big weight loss
More than half of patients with diabetes (51%) experienced diabetes remission after metabolic surgery, regardless of whether they achieved significant weight loss, according to...
COVID-19 worry linked to daydreaming but not nighttime dreams
A recent study published in the journal Emotion has shed light on how worries about COVID-19 are linked to the emotional content of daydreaming...
A lifesaver surgery for people with diabetes
Have you ever heard of metabolic surgery? This is a kind of operation that helps you lose weight. It's also called bariatric or weight-loss surgery.