Common painkiller may help stop spread of cancer
Most cancer deaths happen because the disease spreads to other parts of the body. This spreading process is called metastasis.
It allows cancer cells to...
Deadly “forgotten” opioid resurfaces as a hidden threat
A powerful and little-known group of synthetic opioids called nitazenes is emerging as a dangerous new player in the overdose crisis, according to a...
Feeling lonely may double physical pain, study finds
A new study shows that loneliness is not just an emotional problem—it can actually cause physical pain.
Researchers from City St George's, University of London,...
Is your go-to painkiller raising your blood pressure?
Paracetamol, which is also called acetaminophen, is one of the most common medicines people take when they have pain or a fever.
You can find...
Mindfulness and CBT help people with chronic back pain reduce opioid use
Chronic low back pain is one of the most common and disabling health problems in the world.
In the United States, about one in four...
Changing how you walk slightly may help treat knee arthritis
Nearly one in four people over the age of 40 suffers from painful osteoarthritis, a joint condition that wears away the cushioning cartilage.
There is...
A simple daily walk could prevent long-term back pain
A new study shows that walking every day can lower the risk of getting long-term lower back pain.
The findings are simple but powerful: people...
Chronic pain and mental health: a hidden crisis affecting millions
A major new study has shown just how closely linked chronic pain is with mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins...
Are common painkiller drugs safe for people with high blood pressure?
Paracetamol is one of the most common painkillers used around the world.
It’s often suggested as a safer option compared to a group of drugs...
Healthy diet may reduce chronic pain, study finds
New research from the University of South Australia shows that a healthy diet can significantly reduce chronic pain, not just support weight loss.
In a...