Scientists Discover a Surprising Cause of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scientists are learning that rheumatoid arthritis may begin much earlier and in a much more surprising way than previously believed.
New research suggests that certain...
Why a common hospital painkiller may cause dangerous blood pressure drops
Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol in many countries, is one of the most widely used pain relievers in the world.
Millions of people take it...
New injection may help repair damaged spinal disks and relieve back pain
Back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world. Almost everyone experiences it at some point in life.
For some people,...
New pediatric surgery program cuts opioid use in children by over half
A major clinical trial in the United States has found that a special recovery program for children undergoing gastrointestinal surgery can dramatically reduce opioid...
A common painkiller can be a new weapon against deadly pancreatic cancer
The pancreas is a small organ located deep inside the body behind the stomach. Even though it is not very large, it plays an...
Common painkillers may carry hidden dangers, scientists warn
Painkillers are among the most commonly used medicines in the world. Millions of people take them every day to ease headaches, muscle pain, joint...
Common painkiller may be dangerous for people taking blood pressure medicine
High blood pressure is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world.
Millions of people take daily medicine to keep their blood...
Common drug may finally bring relief for painful hand osteoarthritis
For millions of people, hand pain is more than just a minor annoyance. It can make everyday tasks frustrating, painful, and exhausting.
Simple actions such...
Brain scans reveal migraine headaches may actually be two different diseases
For millions of people, migraines are not “just headaches.” They can be crushing, disabling attacks that interrupt daily life and leave people unable to...
Can ibuprofen harm your liver health?
Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly used medicines in the world. Millions of people take it every day to treat headaches, muscle pain,...