Why is migraine headache more common in women than men
We've known for a long time that women are more likely than men to have migraine attacks.
As children, girls and boys experience migraine equally....
Old arthritis drug could help ease hand pain
If you or someone you know has ongoing pain in the hands, you understand how hard it can make everyday tasks.
Even simple things like...
Gut bacteria can be the hidden cause of rheumatoid arthritis
Scientists from the University of Colorado have made an exciting discovery about what might cause rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a painful disease where the body’s...
Fentanyl and stimulant overdoses surge among older adults, study warns
A new study has found that overdose deaths among adults aged 65 and older from fentanyl mixed with drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine have...
Uncontrolled pain may hinder recovery from opioid addiction
A new study led by Virginia Tech researchers has found that people with opioid use disorder who also suffer from ongoing pain may have...
Popular pain relief pills may affect heart, kidney, sleep and body weight
Many people use painkillers every day to help with everything from sore muscles to long-term pain conditions.
These medicines can make life easier by reducing...
Can a common gout pill help prevent joint replacements?
Good news for people who struggle with joint pain! A new study shows that a pill called colchicine might lower the chance of needing...
How state welfare policies may be worsening arthritis pain in the U.S.
A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington reveals a surprising link between state-level welfare policies and the rise in arthritis-related joint...
New drug could treat chronic nerve pain without dangerous side effects
A group of scientists from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Burke Neurological Institute has made a promising discovery that could help people suffering from...
These may be the best exercises for knee pain relief
A new study published in The BMJ has found that aerobic exercises like walking, cycling, and swimming may be the best way to ease...