Common Painkiller May Raise Blood Pressure
Paracetamol, also called acetaminophen, is one of the world’s most widely used medicines.
People commonly take it for headaches, muscle aches, fever and many types...
First-Birth Age May Shape Arthritis Risk in Women
A new study suggests that the age when a woman has her first child may be linked to her chance of developing rheumatoid arthritis...
People With Opioid Addiction May Face More Judgment From Mental Health Workers
Asking for help with an addiction can already be difficult. A new study suggests that people with opioid addiction may face an additional obstacle:...
New Gel May Treat Arthritis More Effectively
A medicine cannot repair an arthritic joint if it disappears before it has enough time to work.
That simple problem has limited efforts to develop...
Sticking to the Same Daily Schedule Could Reduce Pain and Improve Mental Health
Many people think healthy ageing depends mainly on eating well and exercising.
While those habits are important, researchers now believe that something much simpler may...
Knee Arthritis Is Not Just About Aging
Many people accept sore knees as an unavoidable part of getting older.
But knee osteoarthritis is more complicated than simple wear and tear, and several...
New Pain Drug Could Reduce the Need for Opioids
A new experimental pain medicine may offer strong relief after surgery without using opioids.
In a clinical trial involving adults recovering from tummy tuck surgery,...
Aging Joints Need Movement, Not Rest
When knees begin to ache or hips feel stiff, resting them can seem like the safest choice. But avoiding movement for too long may...
Why Walking Gets Harder With Age
Walking may look simple, but every step requires the brain, nerves, muscles, and joints to work together.
New Australian research suggests that this carefully controlled...
The Best Exercise for Joint Health in Older People
Getting older can bring more experience and confidence, but it can also bring stiffer and more painful joints.
Many people respond by moving less because...