Why Does Everyone Think They Have Parasitic Worms?
Illustration: Olivier Heiligers How many photos of human excrement have you seen on social media this week? One,…
Medical Mysteries: For years she was told it was stress – a brain scan revealed the real cause
“It was concerning for me,” she said. “I’d always been regular, never on birth control.” Her gynaecologist suggested…
Walking speed before surgery predicts who thrives after hip replacement
A simple 10-meter walking test before surgery may help clinicians and patients identify the optimal timing for hip…
Study shines light on how P2X4 receptor can be inhibited
A study carried out by the University of Bonn and the University Hospital Bonn throws light on how…
Automated EHR system triages cancer symptoms, improves care team efficiency
For many people living with cancer, symptoms such as pain, anxiety or insomnia can quickly spiral into an…
8 unexplained symptoms to always get checked by a GP to rule out cancer – The Irish News
Findings from a new survey suggest that many people delay having potential cancer symptoms examined because they struggle…
When planning for retirement, don’t neglect physical fitness
Open this photo in gallery: Research shows that physical activity isn’t just about adding years to your life,…
Discovery of unexpected mechanism may help improve healing across muscle injuries
At the cellular level, the mechanics of how muscle tissue repair occurs gets complicated. There are significant differences…
New neuron signaling mechanism reveals safer pathway for pain treatment
Researchers at Tulane University, with a team of colleagues from eight other universities, have discovered a new nerve…
Using robotic testing to spot overlooked sensory deficits in stroke survivors
A decade ago, at age 55, Don Lewis suffered a stroke in his sleep. When he woke up,…
Chronic pain in adults linked to increased risk of developing high blood pressure
Chronic pain in adults may increase their risk of high blood pressure, and the location and extent of…
Personalized prehabilitation reduces the risk of surgical complications
The weeks leading up to a major surgery can be a time of uncertainty and worry for patients,…