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• One Step at a Time: This Organization Is Making a Difference for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

  By itself, muscular dystrophy is simply a term used to refer to a group of diseases which usually target the striated muscle cells (the ones responsible for enabling voluntary movements) in certain parts of the human body, limiting the person’s ability to perform certain tasks with the affected...

• Rare Skin Condition Linked to Crohn’s Disease

  A rare, chronic skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa may be putting patients at risk for developing Crohn’s disease. According to recent evidence, hidradenitis suppurativa shares clinical and pathogenic features with Crohn’s disease, suggesting that the two chronic conditions may be...

• Why This Lymphoma Patient Has A New Lease on Life

  59-year-old Judy Wilkins, a mother of two and owner of a hair salon, had been battling lymphoma for years. The cancer became so aggressive that she tried four different chemotherapy regimens over a course of 18 months, with an aim to put it into remission. Nothing worked until CAR T-cell therapy....

• Tom Hanks Declares "I Brought Diabetes on Myself"

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• What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Osteoporosis?

  If you have risk factors for osteoporosis – postmenopausal women with vitamin D deficiency – do not wait until the symptoms are out to get screened. According to statistics, a major contributor for osteoporosis doesn’t have any noticeable symptoms. By the time you have a bone fracture, feel...

• Post-Workout Protein is Absolutely Necessary

  Experts claim that eating or drinking protein after a workout is the best way to recover muscles, but there is no consensus regarding what protein is the best option for muscle recovery and growth after strenuous exercise. According to a new study conducted by researchers, whey protein seems to be...