Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome can be incredibly tricky to treat, due to the blood brain barrier. New research may change the equation and eventually lead to treatment. Read the original story at Science…
Researchers at the University of Sydney have discovered something big: molecules unique to the blood of people who have Multiple Sclerosis (MS). MS, a chronic neurological disease that affects the…
Even as we advance in science and medicine, human organs are still complicated and largely mysterious. They're affected by lots of external factors, changing with temperature, pH, and access to…
Next time you order up fries, you might want to think twice before sprinkling on the sodium chloride—but not for the obvious health reasons. Sodium is a no-no for people…
Kallman syndrome is a rare genetic condition that either delays puberty or stops it entirely. Its symptoms include a lack of secondary sex characteristics-- pubic hair that doesn't appear, testes…
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare disorder, in which a genetic mutation disrupts the production of a protein that holds the skin together. This creates intense and painful blistering externally,…
The exact causes of avascular necrosis are often a mystery. Much the same as the lives of dinosaurs. That's right. Dinosaurs. Keep reading to learn more about this unlikely connection,…
Have you ever googled the word "precision"? Words linked to turbine engines, long-lasting tires and even industrial cameras pop up. But, what I didn’t see was anything related to precision…
Earlier this month, The Lancet Neurology published results from its PATH study (Polyneuropathy And Treatment with Hizentra), which showed efficacy in treating people with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). Great news and hope…
It’s a fact. Lifestyle and dietary changes are an important part of the formula to help lower “bad” cholesterol numbers. Whether you add more heart-healthy foods, healthier fats, or whey…
When something in our computers doesn’t work or has a defect, we download a “patch” from the manufacturer, and call it repaired. With ongoing scientific research and development, the practice…
Vinmec, a healthcare facility in Vietnam made bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) history. They successfully treated BDP using a method that had never been tried before: the stem cell transplant. The procedure occurred…
Children who like to dance are easy to identify. You’ll see them tapping their toes to pop songs, moving to the tunes on a television show or, in my case,…
You've seen hydrogels before: they're used in glues, contact lenses, breast implants, band-aids-- the list goes on. Hydrogels aren't exactly one thing, but a classification of gel: they're solid gel…
According to sarcoidosisnews.com, acne causing bacteria may be the culprit in sarcoidosis, an inflammatory disease that affects the lungs and lymph nodes. Sarcoidosis can cause flu-like symptoms, weight loss, coughing…
Are eyes really the window to the soul? A recent study shows that they are, at least, a window into Angelman syndrome. Angelman syndrome (AS) is a neuro-genetic condition. It's…
There's new hope on the rise for multiple myeloma and other forms of cancer. Investigations are underway into a rare disease called NGLY1 deficiency and the clues are looking good.…
First, I want to address everyone, whether or not you have myasthenia gravis. If you're able to get the flu vaccine, but haven't yet, you should get on that as…
"I believe there is a solution." Those are billionaire mogul Bill Gates's words regarding the future of Alzheimer's. "Any type of treatment would be a huge advance from where we…
With original findings reported in Nature Communications, a newly tested compound, RU.521, may provide the key to understanding and combating autoimmune conditions such as Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, and Lupus. Cyclic GMP-AMP…
If you have psoriasis, you're familiar with the itchy, red patches of skin. The patches can show up anywhere. Typically, they're found on elbows, ankles, knees, and scalps. They might…
A spokesperson for Sarepta Therapeutics announced that their latest drug for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy is doing very well and is actually helping patients. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)…
Last week, science continued to break boundaries and save lives. In this case, a new gene therapy was used by doctors in Europe to replace the decaying skin of a…
When a baby is born prematurely, things can get complicated pretty fast. The world is a challenging place for a child whose body isn't quite equipped to function on its…
In 2014, Stephen Hawking, one of the world's leading thinkers and most famous faces of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), spoke out about the dangers of full artificial intelligence (AI). Hawking…
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