In the UK, one in 10 women has Endometriosis. With March marking Endometriosis Awareness Month, Dr Bhavini Shah, a GP from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor, reveals ways to relieve endometriosis symptoms. What is endometriosis?  Endometriosis is where cells similar to those in the uterus grow in other parts of the body. It affects reproductive-age women and girls and can…

Only around 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain is effective, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine. And the pain relief they offer is only marginally better than that achieved with a placebo, the findings indicate. Low back pain is common…

Is your TikTok health advice legit? A new study reveals that most cycle-syncing content lacks scientific backing—don’t let viral trends shape your well-being! Study: Sync or Swim: Navigating the Tides of Menstrual Cycle Messaging on TikTok. Image Credit: Krotnakro / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Perspectives on Sexual…

Adding an anti-obesity medication just one month after behavioral therapy begins-rather than waiting the currently recommended six months-can more than double weight loss for patients who struggle initially with lifestyle changes alone, according to new research published in Nature Medicine from a team at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Obesity…

Lifestyle and health factors that are linked with heart disease appear to have a greater impact on cardiovascular risk in women than men, according to a study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session (ACC.25). While factors such as diet, exercise, smoking and blood pressure have long been linked with heart…

New research reveals that teens with higher BMI are more likely to experience elevated blood pressure as adults, especially if they have a genetic predisposition—underscoring the need for early weight management to reduce lifelong cardiovascular risks. Study: Body mass index modifies genetic susceptibility to high systolic blood pressure in adolescents and…

Heart failure is a major health concern, especially for aging populations-it significantly increases mortality rates, and severely impacts quality of life for those affected. Exercise therapy has been shown to be particularly effective for patients with heart failure. Previous research, however, has mainly examined the benefits of exercise after a diagnosis of heart failure. There…

Exercise is generally considered healthy and beneficial, even for individuals living with cardiovascular disease. However, there is a growing demand for personalized heart health advice that considers individual differences. A Theme Issue on sports and exercise of the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, published by Elsevier, investigates the risks and benefits of physical activity taking socioeconomic,…

New research reveals that pairing brain stimulation with daily exercise can curb cigarette cravings and inspire smokers to quit, offering fresh hope in the fight against nicotine addiction. Study: Transcranial direct current stimulation associated with physical exercise can help smokers to quit smoking: a randomized controlled trial. Image Credit: Yiistocking / Shutterstock …

People with favorable socioeconomic conditions, such as high incomes or education levels, face a reduced risk of age-related diseases and show fewer signs of biological aging than peers of the same age, finds a new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers. Social inequalities appear to have a direct impact on the biological aging…