A large review of existing research suggests that tramadol, a strong opioid commonly prescribed for chronic pain, does not provide much meaningful relief. The analysis, published online in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine, found that while tramadol…
Category: 5. Health
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Are You Having A Sad Christmas? Here Are 12 Reasons It May Be Bad
If you are having a sad “Blue Christmas” or a bad December holiday season in any other way, you are not alone. There are 12 reasons why this may be the case for you.
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Scientists found a way to restore brain blood flow in dementia
A potential new way to treat reduced brain blood flow and certain forms of dementia is beginning to emerge. Scientists at the University of Vermont Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine have uncovered new details about how blood circulation in…
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Winter Is Here—And Your Sleep Is Already Paying The Price
Winter brings predictable challenges to sleep, health, and productivity. The best response is not to endure it passively, but to prepare—starting now.
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The Massive And Ongoing Health Crisis In Gaza
Ongoing malnutrition and the destruction of healthcare infrastructure in Gaza will require a coordinated and massive response to reduce suffering, morbidity and deaths.
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Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice and restore memory
A study reveals that restoring the brain’s energy balance may not just slow Alzheimer’s — but actually reverse it.
- For more than a century, Alzheimer’s disease has been widely viewed as permanent and untreatable once it begins. As a result,…
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This tiny peptide could help stop brain damage after injury
A global research team led by the company Aivocode, working with scientists from the Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC) of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), reports that a small compound has a strong protective…
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These nanoparticles kill cancer cells while sparing healthy ones
Researchers led by RMIT University have developed extremely small particles called nanodots that can destroy cancer cells while largely leaving healthy cells unharmed. The particles are made from a metal-based compound and represent a possible…
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Your roommate’s genes may be shaping your gut bacteria
The genes of your roommate may be shaping the bacteria in your gut, and your genes may be influencing theirs, according to a rat study published on December 18 in Nature Communications.
By examining more than four thousand rats, researchers found…
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Medical School Enrollment Hits An All Time High
Over 100,000 students enrolled into American medical schools for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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