Iona Walton
Ginger to treat autoimmune disease
The important role ginger can play in controlling inflammation for people living with autoimmune diseases is revealed in a new study in JCI Insight. The research looked at the impact of ginger supplements on people’s white blood cell function.
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I assumed I was in so much pain because I needed another increase of drug dose; it never occurred to me that the pain medicines were not working, says Louise Trewern
Six years ago, I went into my local community hospital for a rapid taper of high dose prescription opioids, due to my deteriorating health. I had been on prescription opioids for over 12 years for pain due to fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. As well as severe pain, I was sensitive to absolutely everything. I couldn’t even bear the cat walking across my lap.
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The opioid pendulum: risks and benefits are a balancing act, reports Dr Meghna Jani
Musculoskeletal conditions are one of the most common reasons for prescribing opioid drugs such as codeine, tramadol, oxycodone and morphine. Whether it is knee pain, back pain, rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia, it is likely that most of us know someone who has been on these pain medications.
Laura Wright’s brush with septic arthritis cemented her determination to keep fit and live life to the full
One of the biggest selling classical artists of the last decade, Laura Wright’s rendition of the National Anthem – and her wide repertoire of other songs – inspires Royalty and sporting fans alike.