Simple painkiller may stop deadly pancreatic cancer from spreading
The pancreas is a small but important organ in the body. It helps with digestion and controls blood sugar levels.
Sadly, it is also the...
Common painkiller paracetamol may raise blood pressure risk
Paracetamol, also called acetaminophen, is one of the most popular medicines for easing pain and reducing fever.
People often use it for things like headaches,...
Even ‘normal’ blood pressure in your 30s could raise heart disease risk later in...
A new study has found that even people with “normal” blood pressure in their 30s may face a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes,...
The hidden connection between headaches and blood sugar levels
Have you ever wondered why some people get headaches or migraines more often than others? Scientists say the reason might be hidden deep in...
Cancer-linked protein found to help heal wounds, surprising scientists
For decades, doctors have known that high levels of a protein called SerpinB3 in the blood are a warning sign of serious illness.
It often...
Ibuprofen and Tylenol beat opioids for wisdom tooth pain, study finds
A new study led by Rutgers Health shows that over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen work just as well—or even better—than opioids for...
These painkillers can also fight deadly bone cancer
Researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine and several partner institutions have discovered that two existing pain medications could help fight one of the most aggressive...
Concussions may raise your risk of traffic crashes—even weeks later
A new study from Canada suggests that people who suffer a concussion may be at a higher risk of getting into a traffic crash...
Taking prescription opioids for too long can be harmful. Here’s how to cut back...
Opioids, such as oxycodone, morphine, codeine, tramadol and fentanyl, are commonly prescribed to manage pain. You might be given a prescription when experiencing pain,...
Could pain medication be causing your headaches?
It seems contradictory: the pills you’re taking for headaches might actually be perpetuating them. Medication-overuse headache is a well-documented medical phenomenon, but the good...