Chronic wounds pose big health burden, study finds
Chronic wounds, which do not heal within four weeks, impose a substantial economic burden on Singapore's healthcare system.
A recent study led by Duke-NUS Medical...
Scientists find new way to managing opioid use in hospitals
Opioid medications, including morphine and oxycodone, are powerful pain relievers that have brought relief to countless patients suffering from severe pain.
However, they come with...
New drug offers hope for cancer patients with nerve pain
When cancer patients undergo chemotherapy, they often face a common and distressing side effect: neuropathic pain. This pain can be so severe that some...
Mindfulness may prevent opioid-dependence in women
A pilot study conducted by Rutgers University explores the potential of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) as an intervention to prevent relapse in women with...
Long-term painkiller use linked to high blood pressure
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter medicine used to alleviate pain and reduce fever.
It's often perceived as a safer option compared...
Scientists find a major cause of rheumatoid arthritis
Recent research by the University of Colorado and other institutions has brought to light the potential role of gut bacteria in triggering rheumatoid arthritis...
Long-term use of common painkiller may affect heart health
A study led by scientists from the University of Edinburgh delves into the cardiovascular risks associated with long-term paracetamol use, particularly for individuals with...
Neck muscles play big roles in migraine headaches, study finds
Primary headaches, including tension-type headaches and migraines, affect millions of people worldwide. While these headaches are common, their precise underlying causes remain somewhat mysterious.
However,...
Some common painkillers may actually cause chronic pain
Scientists from McGill University recently found that using anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids to relieve pain could increase the chances of developing chronic pain.
They found...
Widely used pain relief drug could increase heart disease, stroke risks
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh recently found that long-term paracetamol use could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes in people with...