Could an electrical zap to the brain limit the damage a stroke inflicts? Yes, claims a small new study that found this noninvasive procedure increased blood flow to the areas around the clot that caused the stroke, thus protecting them from further damage. “This treatment can be efficiently applied in the emergency setting. It was… read on > read on >
While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are medications that can help ease symptoms and slow the progression of this devastating disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting over 5.8 million Americans, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Typically affecting older individuals, it begins with mild… read on > read on >
When people think about Alzheimer’s disease, they usually associate it with seniors who have had a long and fulfilling life. Sadly, two rare conditions that imitate the symptoms of Alzheimer’s strike infants and children. Two of these disorders, Niemann-Pick Disease Type C (NPC) and Sanfilippo syndrome, will be discussed here. Here is everything you need… read on > read on >
(HealthDay News) – The maker of three popular drugs that treat weight loss and diabetes said Tuesday that it has begun legal proceedings against businesses that are selling compounded versions of its products that are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In a statement, the company said it is telling these med… read on > read on >
The U.S. Supreme Court decision ending a nationwide right to abortion one year ago has made it harder for doctors to treat miscarriages and other pregnancy-related emergencies, a new report shows. The nonprofit organization KFF surveyed obstetrician-gynecologists (ob-gyns) across the United States and found that a majority were concerned about worsening numbers of deaths, maternal… read on > read on >
The phrase “pain in the neck” is a tongue-in-cheek way to describe annoying situations or people that test our patience, but for those who experience genuine neck pain, it’s no laughing matter. Neck pain can be a debilitating condition that affects daily life and leaves sufferers longing for relief. This article will explore some practical… read on > read on >
Imagine a life where even the simplest movement becomes a painful endeavor. Back pain, a pervasive ailment affecting millions, can turn daily routines into exhausting and painful challenges. Back surgery emerges as a potential solution when conventional treatments fall short, offering hope for those trapped in chronic pain. What are the most common back surgery… read on > read on >
Taking daily low-dose aspirin increases the risk of anemia in the elderly, a new clinical trial suggests. Not only does it raise anemia risk by more than 20% in people 70 or older, it is also associated with a decline in blood iron levels, researchers report. “This finding about anemia and aspirin is noteworthy because,… read on > read on >
At any age an autism diagnosis is a major event. But is it best to find out while still young or might a late-in-life diagnosis give adults a better shot at a good quality of life? According to a new study, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Researchers surveyed 300 adults living with autism in the United… read on > read on >
There’s understandable uncertainty and fear following an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, but when that diagnosis comes before the age of 65, it can be even more terrifying. Known as early-onset Alzheimer’s, the condition is rare and strikes its victims in their 40s and 50s, even their 30s. Here, experts will dig into the causes, symptoms and treatment… read on > read on >
