Opioid pain killers linked to mood disorders, pancreatic cancer
In a new study from the University of Queensland, researchers found people who are prescribed opioids for pain relief have a higher risk of...
Scientists find most effective drug for opioid use disorder
In a new study from Case Western Reserve University, researchers found methadone is the most effective drug in medication-assisted treatment for opioid-use disorder.
The study...
Bump to the head? Be aware of any concerning symptoms
Head trauma can range from mild to severe, accounting for about one million visits to emergency departments in the United States each year.
The leading...
Scientists find a culprit for chronic itch
Chronic itch is a common yet hard-to-treat symptom of many inflammatory skin conditions, such as psoriasis.
The urge to constantly scratch can seriously impair a...
Why people with red hair respond differently to pain than others
Previous studies have shown that people with red hair perceive pain differently than others.
They may be more sensitive to certain types of pain and...
This drug could ease chronic pain and itching in people
In a new study from Durham and Newcastle Universities, researchers found a protein in tick saliva could be turned into a drug that eases...
Scientists turn to Neandertals, an extinct human relative, for the answer of lower back...
Examining the spines of Neandertals, an extinct human relative, may explain back-related ailments experienced by humans today, a team of anthropologists has concluded in...
Common native American plant may help reduce diarrhea and pain
In a recent study published in Frontiers in Physiology, researchers found how plants with a long history of use by Native Americans worked to treat...
Researchers find way to improve the treatment for opioid use disorder
In a recent study, researchers pointed out that an extended-release injection of buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder, was preferred by...
Opioids and dental pain: what you need to know
Opioids are a type of medication used to relieve pain.
They require a prescription from your dentist or doctor, and include drugs such as hydrocodone,...