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Researchers Identified the Neurons that Rouse the Brain
These group of neurons could well form the target of future therapies for sleep apnea. Keep reading to learn about what researcher have found out about the neurons that are used to rouse the brain during sleep.
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One Husband's Touching Way to Honor Wife with Alzheimer's Disease
After almost 20 years of taking care of his wife, Dan Summers discovered another method in which he could pay homage to her, while also raising public awareness of the disease that had, in a way, robbed the couple of their golden years of marriage.
All About Julia, the First Muppet with Autism
Children everywhere love television. Cartoons and cute shows like Sesame Street are filled with fun sing-a-longs.
Vision Loss and Alzheimer's Disease: The Strange Connection
Recent findings from a research study conducted by Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC) and the University of Hong Kong, presented at Neuroscience 2013, suggests that with simple eye tests, Alzheimer’s disease can possibly be diagnosed. This also shows that there is a link between vision loss and Alzheimer's disease, which may also seem like two unrelated conditions.
Tips to Stay Hydrated with Cystic Fibrosis
People who have cystic fibrosis have a harder time staying hydrated. Their disease actually involves losing more salt through sweat.
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Two Sisters Create a Resourceful Gluten-Free Website
Two sisters put their heads together and decided that finding a way to help local families who are transitioning to a gluten-free lifestyle would be the perfect problem to solve. The solution? To build a resource that would provide information and tools needed to go gluten-free.
Discovery About Biofilm Could Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Patients
A new discovery out of Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis finds a signal that controls when lung bacteria in Cystic Fibrosis (CF) patients start producing biofilm.
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Apgar Score: the five signs evaluated
Newborns have a tough transition from uterus to the outside world. Apgar score has been designed just to check how well these newborn adjust with the transition and whether any medical assistance is needed. The Apgar score has five important components. Each of these component has their own set of acceptable standards. These elements help to evaluate the oral health of the child during birth.
The Stages of Breast Cancer
The purpose of stages is to give a label to how far along cancer is, and to also determine the best course of treatment at that point. The size of the cancer and whether or not it is invasive enables the doctor to determine the stage.
What to Expect When Significant Others Have Lupus
Three factors are highly important when being in a relationship with a significant other that has lupus: Compassion, patience, and, most importantly, maturity. View this slideshow to understand what to expect and what to do when a significant other has lupus.
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Lupus: Beware of Overlap Syndromes
Lupus comes in a multitude of forms, some of which consist of systemic lupus erythematosus and sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus. However, many consider it only to be one disease. Keep reading to learn these two different forms that lupus could take.
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Does AZO Work for UTIs?
AZO is an analgesic that relieves urinary discomfort caused by a urinary tract infection or catheter use. It is a brand name for phenazopyridine hydrochloride. Read on to know if AZO effectively works in urinary tract infections.
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5 Ways to Beat Procrastination: How to Get Away from It
Procrastination is the habit of avoiding important tasks that need to be done. Procrastination often leads to other issues such as a missed opportunity, mental stress, and misunderstandings among individuals. Find out five ways to beat procrastination in this article.
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Do You Need a Total Knee or Just a Partial?
As an orthopedic surgeon with a practice that combines sports medicine with joint replacement, I often find it valuable to offer patients a broad set of choices.
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A Pandemic of Anxiety/Depression: What Does It Mean for Each Individual in the US?
We have discussed the prevalence of the tandem of anxiety and depression in the U.S.A. and worldwide. From what we are able to learn from published literature,
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Oncoplastic Surgery Success Story at Tufts Medical Center
While there are thousands of difficulties that surround breast cancer, one of the largest for many women is losing their breasts in surgery. While it is a necessary evil due to the cancer, it can be very difficult on confidence and self-image.
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Inspiring Man with Becker Muscular Dystrophy Hikes 500-Mile Spanish Trail
This man hiked 500 miles this summer, and he also has Becker muscular dystrophy. Keep reading to learn more about this inspiring story!
The Impact Service Dogs Have for Muscular Dystrophy Patients
Service dogs are much more than a furry companion who idealizes their master. These dogs are trained to help their human partner by doing tasks that may be difficult to accomplish due to a disability or disorder. View this slideshow to learn more about the several benefits these dogs have for owners with muscular dystrophy.
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The "Pap Flap" Reconstructive Option for Breast Cancer
"The Pap Flap" is a surgical procedure for reconstruction that takes skin and fat from the thigh and moves it to the breast, and has been an excellent and needed option to those who could not have reconstruction done in another manner.
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Amazing Mom Helps Son with Autism Fulfill Dream of Opening Bakery
In the case of Jacob Wittman and his mother, Shelly Henley, their combined dream not only became real, but is also uplifting other people.
