3 common drugs older adults might be overusing
The scenario often unfolds like this: Medical researchers investigate a frequently used drug and report that it’s less…
Anticoagulation lowers subclinical leaflet thrombosis after TAVI procedure
After transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), anticoagulation reduced imaging signs of clot formation on the new valve compared…
Potent antiplatelet therapy increases bleeding risk after heart attack in AF patients
Potent antiplatelet therapy increased bleeding without signs of benefit regarding cardiovascular events in patients with atrial fibrillation after…
Aspirin use may help unmask early asymptomatic bladder cancer
The presence of blood cells in urine is a sign of bladder cancer. Because aspirin blocks platelets from…
Ibuprofen warning as NHS says don’t mix with these drugs
Mixing these drugs could increase the risk of side effects including stomach bleeding or kidney problems 07:57, 17…
EFSA gives positive safety opinion on NMN
EFSA considers a daily intake of 300 mg of NMN to be safe for the general population, excluding…
Cognitive decline may signal heart trouble years before a cardiovascular event
Researchers tracking initially healthy older adults found that declines in thinking speed and other cognitive abilities can appear…
NHS head warns UK ‘days away’ from running out of aspirin and paracetamol
The NHS lead has said that health bosses are “really worried” as pharmacies across the UK could be…
8 simple ways to boost your kidney health – The Irish News
Relying too heavily on anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen for pain relief could negatively affect kidney health, warn experts.…
Medicine shortages warning after Iran blockades Strait of Hormuz
Many common drugs, including aspirin, paracetamol, ibuprofen and a range of antibiotics, rely on ingredients sourced from the…
Medication shortage hits UK as statins and aspirin ‘disappear from shelves’
A pharmacist has warned people the UK has been hit with a medication shortage. Even popular medicines like…
Chronic inflammation shapes cancer progression and immunotherapy response
Chronic inflammation is both a driver and suppressor of cancer depending on context. Key players-NF-κB, IL-6, STAT3, TAMs,…