A painkiller might help stop cancer from spreading
Most people who die from cancer don’t die from the original tumor. They die because the cancer spreads to other parts of the body.
This...
Study shows a hidden trigger for rheumatoid arthritis
A new study led by researchers from the University of Colorado has uncovered a surprising connection between gut bacteria and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a...
The body’s ‘exercise sensor’ can keep bones strong in older people
A new study from the University of Hong Kong has revealed how exercise helps keep bones strong—and how we might mimic this effect in...
5 natural ways to ease arthritis and joint pain
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. It can make simple daily activities, like walking or picking up...
Majority of people with Parkinson’s suffer from chronic pain
A large Australian study has revealed that people with Parkinson’s disease are nearly three times more likely to live with chronic pain than others...
Diabetes could cause this painful shoulder problem
Have you ever felt pain in your shoulder that just won’t go away, and then noticed it becoming hard to move your arm at...
This common painkiller may not be worth the health risk
A large review of research has found that tramadol, a strong painkiller often prescribed for long-term pain, may not be as helpful as many...
Think twice before taking ibuprofen with blood pressure drugs
Scientists from the University of Waterloo have discovered that taking ibuprofen—a common painkiller—together with certain blood pressure medicines could be dangerous for your kidneys.
Many...
Chronic pain may quietly raise your high blood pressure risk
Chronic pain is something many adults live with every day. It can come from the back, neck, hips, knees, stomach, or even the whole...
A tiny pill could reduce knee and hip replacements
Many people around the world suffer from osteoarthritis, especially as they get older. It’s a condition where the joints, like knees and hips, become...