Chronic Pain
Optimizing Chronic Pain Management: Strategies to Reduce Opioid Interactions with Other Medications
A recent study suggests several strategies to overcome opioid interactions with other drugs in the treatment of chronic pain. A recent study published in
WHO Asks Global Governments: Are You Promoting Fruits and Vegetables for Better Health?
A recent study examined the policies designed to increase the levels of physical fitness and the consumption of fruits and vegetables in low-income countries.
Herpes Virus Infection Linked to Higher Risk of Dementia: What You Need to Know
A recent commentary highlights recent findings that suggest infections by the herpes virus can influence the likelihood of developing of dementia. Dementia is a
Combatting Menopause Depression: How HRT Can Help You Thrive
A recent study investigated the efficacy of transdermal estradiol with oral progesterone to prevent the development of depression during menopause. The menopausal transition and
Act Early: Why Vaccinating for Cervical Cancer at Age 12 is Crucial
Researchers from across Scotland scoured more than a decade’s worth of health records to assess just how well a nationwide secondary school vaccination campaign
Understanding the Roots of COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Key Factors and Insights
Vaccine hesitancy can be defined as the ‘delay in acceptance or refusal of [the] vaccine despite the availability of vaccine services’.1 This was the
Boost Brain Health with Multicomponent Exercise for Aging Minds
Exercise has been linked to improved cognition in aging adults, but what types of exercise are best? Geriatric medicine researchers in Pamplona, Spain set
Determining the Safe Maximum Waiting Time for Hip Fracture Surgery
Researchers in Ontario analysed the data of 40,000 patients to establish a safe maximum waiting time for hip fracture surgery. Almost all hip fractures
The Impact of Green Leafy Vegetables on Reducing Type 2 Diabetes Risk
In a large population study, researchers in Singapore looked at the how eating green leafy vegetables affects the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Exploring the Benefits of Vitamin D for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients
A review study analyzed the potential role of Vitamin D supplementation in improving symptoms and quality of life for patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
Dix Règles dOr pour Maximiser les Bienfaits des Probiotiques
Les données disponibles des recherches ont été évaluées par les experts en Italie pour souligner les dix « règles d’or » des probiotiques utilisés pour améliorer
Unlocking the Mystery of Epilepsy: How Genetic Testing Identifies Its Causes
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics supports the use of genetic testing, especially with DNA sequencing, as the first-line diagnostic method for children under
Unlocking the APOE4 Gene: A New Pathway to Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Research
A new stem cell-derived human model reveals the role of the most common genetic risk factor, the APOE4 gene, in Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease
Revolutionary Smartphone App Detects Eye Disorders in Children for Early Intervention
Scientists have developed a new smartphone app to detect eye disorders in children, shows remarkable sensitivity. Noticing minute changes from the everyday norm is
Uncovering the Causes Behind Rising Obesity Rates in the United States
A new study examines increasing obesity rates in the United States despite the decline in national sugar consumption. Obesity rates are still on the
Study Confirms ASMR Videos Induce Brain Tingles and Enhance Relaxation
Do you get a tingling sensation in your head in response to whispering and tapping? Researchers recently investigated the effects of this phenomenon, called
Effective Pain Coping Techniques to Enhance Life for Dialysis Patients
A new clinical study has revealed promising results for dialysis patients suffering from chronic pain. U.S. Kidney doctors say these results suggest that behavioural
Understanding the Progression of Back Pain: What to Expect Over Time
A recent study carried out in Canada set out to identify and describe back pain groups with various pathways of progression. This new research
Understanding the Mechanism of Xanax: How Alprazolam Works in Your Body
Xanax, the brand name for the drug alprazolam, is a medication used to treat generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. It belongs to a
The Link Between Vaping and Emphysema: What You Need to Know
A recent study investigated the effects of vaping on lung cells. The debate surrounding the negative health effects of e-cigarettes is becoming ever more