Opioids Might Not Be Needed After Knee Surgery

By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Nov 23, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Addictive opioid painkillers aren’t the only option for patients seeking relief following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee reconstruction, researchers say. As the United States wrestles with skyrocketing rates of opioid abuse and drug overdose deaths, the findings may come as good news. After … Read more

FDA Warns of Painkiller Risk During Pregnancy

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By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2020 (HealthDay News) — If you’re pregnant and you think popping nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for your aches and pains is safe, think again. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned on Thursday that taking these widely used painkillers — which include Advil, Motrin, … Read more