Research shows new chronic gut pain treatment
An international team of researchers has uncovered how certain gut cells activate pain signals, which can persist long after the initial cause is gone....
New injection could treat chronic back pain effectively
Many people experience back pain at some point in their lives—sometimes from something as simple as bending over to pick up an object. While...
Ginger compound may treat inflammatory bowel disease
A team of international researchers, led by scientists from the University of Toronto, has discovered a compound in ginger that may help treat inflammatory...
Rheumatoid arthritis linked to faster cognitive decline in dementia
For the first time, researchers in Sweden have discovered a connection between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and cognitive decline in dementia patients.
The study, published in Neurology, suggests that...
Arthritis patients face higher risk of depression and anxiety
People with inflammatory arthritis are at a much higher risk of developing depression and anxiety, but a new study suggests that they are not receiving the mental health...
Dizziness and vertigo may be early warning signs of migraines
Feeling dizzy or experiencing vertigo can be unsettling, but new research suggests these symptoms may be early indicators of migraines. A study led by...
New minimally invasive treatment offers relief for knee pain
Scientists at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital have found a new non-surgical treatment that significantly reduces knee pain, especially in people aged 50 and older....
Common painkiller use during pregnancy linked to higher ADHD risk in children
A new study from the University of Washington suggests that using acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy may increase the risk of children...
Common painkiller may help prevent cancer from spreading
Most cancer deaths occur because of metastasis, the process where cancer cells spread from the original tumor to other parts of the body. These...
Emergency room opioid prescriptions linked to slight increase in future use
A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that opioid prescriptions given in emergency departments (EDs) are linked to small increases...