According to a UVAToday report, researchers at UVA uncovered a new piece of the multiple sclerosis puzzle. The secret lies with what are known as lymphatic vessels. Lymphatic vessels normally…
According to a report by the Irish Examiner, one in three people spend at least 45 hours or more caring for a someone living with cancer. Despite this being a…
According to a report by sciencealert.com, a novel form of antidepressant recently entered review by the FDA. While the new treatment is currently being examined for its effects on postpartum…
With technologies like CRISPR, it is possible to imagine a world where genetic diseases fade into obscurity. Gene editing technologies may not have reached their potential yet, but many people…
Susan Aumiller’s story begins with a dream. She and her husband, Bob, made it a goal to visit every national park in the United States. About halfway through the journey,…
According to a report by CheckOrphan, a recent study investigated the use of genome editing directly in the body. The research involved the use of these editing techniques in cases…
According to a report by The Telegraph, multiple sclerosis patients are being refused an important drug. The drug, known as ocrelizumab will not be funded by The National Institute for…
Azathioprine is a drug used in the treatment of a variety of conditions. Inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis may all include azathioprine as part of their respective therapies. It…
Cancer treatment is a delicate process to say the least. Radiation and chemotherapy, though often effective, are not easy on patients. This is especially true for children. According to a…
Some estimates place the rate of preterm birth as high as 15 million babies each year. This describes a serious global health concern. Many of these babies experience neurological disorders…
Linda Ramsey had a son named Kevin. In the beginning everything was okay, and Kevin grew normally for a short time. After a few months, his experienced difficulty swallowing. He…
According to a report by the New York Times, a group of researchers tested the health benefits of bacteria this summer. Specifically, researchers aimed to determine if they were able…
Based on a recent story by The Guardian, people living with lung cancer and ovarian cancer may soon have access to a new treatment option. The goal of the new…
Based on a report by Parkinson’s News Today, a recent study confirmed the safety of an increasingly popular Parkinson’s treatment. The treatment, known as deep brain stimulation, has long been…
According to a story by The Health Pundit, one woman showed a bold new way to spread awareness for multiple sclerosis. Kate Langwine-Cooke filmed her experience of a seizure. The…
According to a report by American Health and Drug Benefits, a new blood test may change cancer screening. The new test would allow for earlier detection than current techniques. Supporting…
According to a report by CTV News of Calgary, a new trial program is attempting to make transitions easier for people living with chronic conditions. Specifically, the program hopes to…
According to a report by wearable-technologies.com, people living with ALS may soon enjoy a new method of communication. A new technology, known as EyeControl, plans to provide a way for…
September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. For Kelly Rice this represents an opportunity to spread awareness. It represents a dream to see a state lit in teal. Her effort…
A report on newsmedical.net details a major grant awarded for the research of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The grant totals $8.9 million, aiming to fund a program for several years.…
An article by the Evening Standard announces new research towards a cure for cases of genetic blindness. The doctors pursuing this research are able to develop specific parts of the…
According to a report by Newswise, a new form of gene therapy has been developed which may slow or prevent retinitis pigmentosa. Researchers funded by the National Eye Institute (NEI)…
Melody Alsaker is a researcher at Gonzaga with a passion for math. Not just any math though. The numbers and concepts Alsaker works with could be the kind that develops…
According to a report by Scicasts, a research team in Copenhagen recently discovered a new method for detecting cancer. The new method has the ability to detect a diverse set…
According to a report by BioSpace, a new treatment for SCID could be around the corner. Mustang Bio, Inc. (Mustang), and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital recently announced a partnership…
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