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Widely used painkillers may be harmful to heart, kidneys, sleep and bodyweight

Painkillers are widely used to manage both acute and chronic pain, providing much-needed relief for many people. However, recent research has highlighted potential health risks...

This vitamin plays a critical role in fighting chronic inflammation

A recent study from the University of South Australia has shed new light on the crucial role vitamin D plays in managing inflammation, a...

Study finds an important cause of Alzheimer’s disease

A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania has uncovered new insights into the development of Alzheimer’s Disease, suggesting that it is driven by...

Research finds a more effective way to treat high blood pressure safely

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a significant health concern, as it increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, two of the leading...

Can aspirin increase your heart failure risk?

A recent study from the University of Freiburg has brought attention to the potential risks associated with aspirin use, particularly concerning heart failure. Aspirin is...

Protecting yourself from the painful shingles virus may also protect heart health

Shingles is a funny-sounding name for a seriously painful disease. How painful? That's hard to put into words. Printable ones, at least. Officially, shingles pain...

Understanding that chronic back pain originates from within the brain could lead to quicker...

Most people with chronic back pain naturally think their pain is caused by injuries or other problems in the body such as arthritis or...

The link between type 2 diabetes and heart disease people need to know

Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease are two major health concerns that often go hand in hand. If you have type 2 diabetes, your risk...

New drugs may help repair a damaged heart

A team of scientists at UVA Health is making strides in the search for drugs that could help regenerate heart tissue after a heart...

This drug improves sleep quality in Parkinson’s disease patients

A recent study involving 22 patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) has provided new insights into how the dopaminergic drug levodopa affects sleep quality. The...