The hidden health risks of common painkillers
Painkillers are medicines that many people take to help reduce pain, whether it’s from an injury, surgery, or a long-term health problem. They are...
Common painkiller may lower blood pressure when given in hospitals
Acetaminophen is one of the most common painkillers. Many people use it to relieve headaches, fever, or general pain. You might know it by...
What are the key risk factors for developing knee osteoarthritis? We reviewed the evidence
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease, affecting more than 3 million Australians and over 500 million people worldwide.
The knee is the most commonly...
Blood pressure drug may cut stroke risk in women with migraines
A common medication used to treat high blood pressure and prevent migraines may help reduce the risk of stroke in women who suffer from...
Common painkillers may pose serious heart health risks, studies show
Painkillers are commonly used to help people deal with pain, whether it's short-term or long-lasting. For many, these medications provide much-needed relief. However, new...
FDA-approved drug can reduce post-surgery pain without heavy opioid use
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina have made a breakthrough in pain management. They’ve found that N-acetylcysteine, or NAC—a drug already approved...
Anti-inflammatory drug can treat alcohol use and pain
A new preclinical study from scientists at Scripps Research suggests that an existing drug, already approved for treating inflammatory diseases, might help reduce both...
Why some people are more prone to blood clots
Researchers in Sweden have discovered three genetic mutations that significantly raise the risk of dangerous blood clots in the legs, also known as venous thrombosis.
The...
Feeling dizzy? it might be a sign of a migraine
If you’ve ever felt dizzy or like the room is spinning—a sensation known as vertigo—it might be more than just a passing feeling. A...
Chronic pain linked to high rates of depression and anxiety, global study shows
A major new study has revealed just how closely chronic pain is linked to mental health struggles like depression and anxiety — and the...