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Long COVID brain fog and fatigue negatively impact all facets of daily life

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, researchers explored the lived experiences of individuals with post-acute sequelae of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) (PASC) to understand the impact of the symptoms such as fatigue and brain fog on the various aspects of life including employment, daily activities, and interpersonal relationships.

27 Nov 2022

New perspectives to consider when dealing with people grieving the loss of their pet

A new review published in the CABI journal Human-Animal Interactions provides counselors with new perspectives to consider in their practice when working with clients who are grieving the loss of their pet.

25 Nov 2022

Can acupuncture alleviate lower back and pelvic pain in pregnant women?

Scientists have recently reviewed available evidence on the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in treating lower back and/or pelvic pain during pregnancy.

25 Nov 2022

Study finds high rate of first-onset depression during the pandemic

A new, large-scale study of more than 20,000 older adults in Canada found that approximately 1 in 8 older adults developed depression for the first time during the pandemic.

24 Nov 2022

Study: Nearly 1 in 7 Americans regularly experience bloating issues

Nearly 1 in 7 Americans experience bloating on a weekly basis, and most aren't seeking professional care for it, according to a new study led by Cedars-Sinai investigators.

24 Nov 2022

Two studies reveal insights into how the spinal cord and brainstem contribute to sense of touch

The sense of touch is essential to almost everything we do, from routine tasks at home to navigating unfamiliar terrains that may conceal dangers.

23 Nov 2022

Vitamin D appears to have no substantial impact on statin-related muscle pain

Patients who take statins to lower high cholesterol levels often complain of muscle pains, which can lead them to stop taking the highly effective medication and put them at greater risk of heart attack or stroke.

23 Nov 2022

Shingles linked with higher long-term risk of major cardiovascular event

A new study by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, demonstrated that shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is associated with an almost 30% higher long-term risk of a major cardiovascular event such a stroke or heart attack.

22 Nov 2022

Acupuncture significantly improves lower back or pelvic pain during pregnancy

Acupuncture can significantly relieve the lower back and/or pelvic pain frequently experienced by women during their pregnancy, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

22 Nov 2022

Epidemiological and clinical characteristics of monkeypox virus infection in cis and trans women and non-binary individuals

A recent study described the clinical and epidemiologic features of infection with monkeypox virus (MPXV) in cisgender (cis) and transgender (trans) females and non-binary individuals.

22 Nov 2022

Stereotactic MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy shows promise for treating pancreatic cancer

Findings from a recent prospective study show promising safety and patient outcomes data for locally advanced and borderline resectable pancreatic cancer treatment using ablative Stereotactic MRI-Guided On-table Adaptive Radiation Therapy, also known as SMART.

21 Nov 2022

Comprehensive analysis outlines the potential toxicities of antibody drug conjugates

Over the past two decades, numerous complex cancer therapies called antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) have been tested in clinical trials and approved for use in patients.

21 Nov 2022

Anti-inflammatory pain relievers may worsen inflammation in osteoarthritis

Taking anti-inflammatory pain relievers like ibuprofen and naproxen for osteoarthritis may worsen inflammation in the knee joint over time, according to a new study being presented next week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

21 Nov 2022

After election win, California’s AG turns to investigating hospital algorithms for racial bias

California Attorney General Rob Bonta sailed to victory in the Nov. 8 election, riding his progressive record on reproductive rights, gun control, and social justice reform.

21 Nov 2022

UCF researcher examines the mechanisms of COVID-19 pathogenesis in patients with diabetes

Can a COVID-19 infection have long-term health effects on people with diabetes, including advancing their risk for heart disease?

20 Nov 2022

Interdisciplinary guidelines for treatment of children with arthritis of the jaw

Interdisciplinary guidelines to optimize the treatment of childhood arthritis at global level. So far, there no uniform guidelines have existed for the treatment of arthritis of the jaw, a potentially debilitating consequence of juvenile arthritis.

20 Nov 2022

Researchers develop new device to non-invasively measure cervical nerve activity

A team of engineers and physicians at University of California San Diego has developed a device to non-invasively measure cervical nerve activity in humans, a new tool that they say could potentially inform and improve treatments for patients with sepsis, a life-threatening response to infection, and mental health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

20 Nov 2022

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Latest Pain News and Research

Long COVID brain fog and fatigue negatively impact all facets of daily life

New perspectives to consider when dealing with people grieving the loss of their pet

Can acupuncture alleviate lower back and pelvic pain in pregnant women?

Study finds high rate of first-onset depression during the pandemic

Study: Nearly 1 in 7 Americans regularly experience bloating issues

Two studies reveal insights into how the spinal cord and brainstem contribute to sense of touch

Vitamin D appears to have no substantial impact on statin-related muscle pain

Shingles linked with higher long-term risk of major cardiovascular event

Acupuncture significantly improves lower back or pelvic pain during pregnancy

Epidemiological and clinical characteristics of monkeypox virus infection in cis and trans women and non-binary individuals

Stereotactic MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy shows promise for treating pancreatic cancer

Comprehensive analysis outlines the potential toxicities of antibody drug conjugates

Anti-inflammatory pain relievers may worsen inflammation in osteoarthritis

After election win, California’s AG turns to investigating hospital algorithms for racial bias

UCF researcher examines the mechanisms of COVID-19 pathogenesis in patients with diabetes

Interdisciplinary guidelines for treatment of children with arthritis of the jaw

Researchers develop new device to non-invasively measure cervical nerve activity

As STDS proliferate, companies rush to market at-home test kits. But are they reliable?

Human case of swine-origin influenza A virus detected in Denmark, according to CDC study

Study identifies risk factors and symptom clusters associated with long-COVID

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Pain News and Research

Latest Pain News and Research

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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