Massive genetic study uncovers new insights into anxiety risk
A study led by researchers at King’s College London and QIMR Berghofer medical research institute analysed genetic data…
Bee-derived propolis shows potent antiviral activity against varicella-zoster virus
Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is a clinically important human neurotropic herpesvirus…
Experts Say How This Disc Can Help Improve Balance
The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. Experts tell…
Simple probiotic may treat acid reflux and prevent cancer
Patients with acid reflux, which occurs when stomach acid pushes up into the esophagus, know the symptoms all…
GLP-1 treatments may reduce knee replacement surgery rates
GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, used for the treatment of diabetes, and more recently, weight loss, are associated with…
Study shows how HIV leads to chronic pain
Over half of the people carrying HIV experience chronic pain at some point, which is difficult to treat. In a new JNeurosci paper, Hui-Lin Pan, from The University of…
Northland fuel and power pain: Practical ways to boost home resilience
Trade Me property customer director Gavin Lloyd said the behaviour was “a direct reflection of the anxiety the…
Climate change could expand chikungunya into temperate regions worldwide
Chikungunya (‘to become contorted’ in the Kimakonde language, named after the characteristic joint ache) is classified as one…
In-person prayer reduced pain and anxiety more than music
Background: This randomized controlled trial focused on in-person prayer, known as proximal intercessory prayer (PIP), for another person’s…
Researchers uncover possible cause of pain in neurofibromatosis type 1
Researchers at Cincinnati Children’s have identified a potential new way to relieve chronic pain linked to neurofibromatosis type…
ASB warns economic pain from Middle East conflict will spread beyond fuel pump
Earlier this month, shipping giant Maersk applied a 27% fuel surcharge while the Interislander almost doubled its fuel…
Calcium and vitamin D supplements show limited fracture prevention benefits
Calcium, vitamin D, or combined supplements offer little to no clinically meaningful benefit on fracture and fall prevention…