Umeå University

At Umeå University the obstetrics and gynecology department is evaluating a botanical remedy for women suffering from primary dysmenorrhea. The study compares the herb Vitex agnus-castus with placebo over three menstrual cycles to see if cramping pain improves.

• Menstrual pain management
• Herbal therapeutics
• Placebo‑controlled efficacy

The trial aims to provide a safer, non‑opioid option for relief of painful periods and to inform clinical guidelines for reproductive health.

Researchers at Umeå University are conducting a pragmatic trial in patients with covert brain infarction. The investigation assesses whether adding antiplatelet therapy, statins, or both to standard risk‑factor management reduces major vascular events and mortality over three years.

• Vascular risk reduction
• Long‑term outcome assessment
• Bleeding safety monitoring

The purpose is to determine if these medications can improve survival and prevent future strokes while balancing bleeding risks.