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The anatomy of a powerful desktop with an ARM chip | CIO – CIO

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

When he was growing up, a dream of Linux pioneer Linus Torvalds was to acquire the Acorn Archimedes, a groundbreaking personal computer with the first ARM RISC chips. But in 1987, Archimedes wasn't available to Torvalds in Finland, so he settled for the Sinclair QL. In the meanwhile, the Archimedes failed and disappeared from the scene, killing any chance for ARM chips to dominate PCs. Since then, multiple attempts to put ARM chips in PCs have failed. Outside of a few Chromebooks, most PCs have x86 chips from Intel or AMD. [ 12 hardware and software vulnerabilities you should address now ] The domination of x86 is a problem for Linaro, an industry organization that advocates ARM hardware and software. Many of its developers use x86 PCs to compile programs for ARM hardware. That's much like trying to write Windows programs on a Mac. That fact doesn't sit well with George Grey, CEO of Linaro. "Linus mentioned this a little while ago: How do we get developers to work on ARM first? Why are will still using Intel tools?" Grey asked during a speech at this month's Linaro Connect conference in Budapest. A powerful Linux laptop or mini-desktop based on … Continue reading →

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AANS – Spinal Cord Injury

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

Updated May 2016 According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, as many as 450,000 people in the U.S. are living with a spinal cord injury (SCI). Other organizations conservatively estimate this figure to be about 250,000. Every year, an estimated 11,000 SCIs occur in the U.S. Most of these are caused by trauma to the vertebral column, thereby affecting the spinal cord's ability to send and receive messages from the brain to the body's systems that control sensory, motor and autonomic function below the level of injury. According to the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC), SCI costs the nation an estimated $9.7 billion each year. Pressure sores alone, a common secondary condition among people with SCI, cost an estimated $1.2 billion. Incidence The Spinal Column/Cord The spinal cord is about 18 inches long, extending from the base of the brain to near the waist. Many of the bundles of nerve fibers that make up the spinal cord itself contain upper motor neurons (UMNs). Spinal nerves that branch off the spinal cord at regular intervals in the neck and back contain lower motor neurons (LMNs). The spine itself is divided into four sections, not including the tailbone: Cervical … Continue reading →

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Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating spinal cord injuries … – Cantech Letter

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

Spinal cord injuries are among the most dramatic and devastating of all injuries, in part because they stem from traumatic accidents but also because there are very few treatment options. While medical advances have been made in the areas of injury management and improved long-term functioning, for those dealing with spinal cord injuries the sad truth is that researchers have yet to come up with a cure for paralysis. Victims of spinal cord injuries are left facing a lifelong disability, one that comes not only with a range of personal burdens but which also extracts its toll on the healthcare system studies have shown that the lifetime economic burden of spinal cord injuries in Canada ranges between $1.5 to $3.0 million per individual. Yet cell therapies represent one area of current research that appears likely to deliver positive results. According to a new study from researchers with the University Health Network and the University of Toronto, the neuroregenerative potential of this approach is promising. Cell therapy, which in general refers to any procedure involving the implantation of cells, comes in different guises in spinal cord research, depending on the type of cells employed. Clinical research is already being performed using … Continue reading →

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Scientific discovery may change treatment of Parkinson … – Science Daily

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

Scientific discovery may change treatment of Parkinson ... Science Daily When monitoring Parkinson's disease, SPECT imaging of the brain is used for acquiring information on the dopamine activity. A new study shows that the ... and more » Read the original here: Scientific discovery may change treatment of Parkinson ... - Science Daily … Continue reading →

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New drug to treat Parkinson’s disease wins approval – ConsumerAffairs

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given a green light to a new drug, Xadago (safinamide), as a supplemental treatment of Parkinson's disease. The agency says the drug may be prescribed for patients who are now taking the drug levodopa/carbidopa and experiencing "off" episodes. An "off" episode is a case where a patient's medication is not working well, meaning the patient is more likely to suffer Parkinson's symptoms, such as tremor and difficulty walking. Parkinson's is a progressive disorder affecting the nervous system, which means it reduces a patient's ability to control movement. According to the Mayo Clinic, it develops gradually, often starting with a barely noticeable tremor. It can also cause stiffness and slowed movement. Early stages of the disease may affect facial expressions and result in slurred speech. Because it's a progressive disease, symptoms will worsen over time. "Parkinson's is a relentless disease without a cure," said Dr. Eric Bastings, deputy director of the Division of Neurology Products in the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. "We are committed to helping make additional treatments for Parkinson's disease available to patients." The FDA says Xadago was shown to be effective in treating Parkinson's in a clinical trial … Continue reading →

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Researchers help map future of precision medicine in Parkinson’s … – Science Daily

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

Researchers help map future of precision medicine in Parkinson's ... Science Daily A new transformative approach to defining, studying and treating Parkinson's disease has been revealed by investigators. Rather than approaching Parkinson's ... and more » Excerpt from: Researchers help map future of precision medicine in Parkinson's ... - Science Daily … Continue reading →

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Herantis Pharmas clinical study with CDNF in Parkinsons disease authorized in Sweden – GlobeNewswire (press release)

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

March 23, 2017 06:31 ET | Source: Herantis Pharma Oyj multilang-release Herantis Pharma's clinical study with CDNF in Parkinson's disease authorized in Sweden Herantis Pharma Plc Company release 23 March 2017 at 12:30 pm The Medicines Agency of Sweden, MPA, has authorized Herantis Pharma Plc's ("Herantis") first-in-human clinical study of the company's investigational product CDNF for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Patient recruitment in the randomized, placebo-controlled Phase 1-2 clinical study is planned to begin in Sweden in the first half of 2017. "CDNF is a novel neurotrophic and neuroprotective factor, which affects several mechanisms relevant to Parkinson's disease", explainsSigrid Booms, Herantis' Director, Clinical Development. "Based on preclinical data CDNF holds a great promise for a significant improvement over currently available treatments. We are really excited to proceed to this first clinical study." "Parkinson's disease is a tremendous financial burden to societies in addition to the human suffering", saysPekka Simula, CEO of Herantis. "Known drugs only alleviate motor symptoms until further disease progression. Our ambition is to slow down, stop, hopefully even reverse the progression of the disease. CDNF is a promising novel drug candidate, which works via several relevant biological mechanisms that also clearly differentiate it from conventional neurotrophic … Continue reading →

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Mum of the year Lauren Lawrence, of Braintree, is selfless one in a million after Newlands Shopping Centre competition – Braintree and Witham Times

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

A ONE in a million mother who quit her job to care for her youngest child after he was born with serious health problems has been crowned our Mum of the Year. Supermum Lauren Lawrence, of Sunnyside, Braintree, has scooped 250 worth of gift vouchers and a beauty treatment, after winning a competition run by the Times with Newlands Shopping Centre. Laurens five children - Angel, 13, Tynisha, 12, Korben, 11, Lyssia, seven, and Brogan, six along with her husband Scott hailed her as simply the best and said she never stops caring for us. Brogan has quadriplegic cerebral palsy, meaning he does not have full control of the muscles in his arms and legs, and she gave up her job working at a special school in order to care for him. Lauren, 33, takes him to vital physiotherapy sessions every week and fundraises tirelessly to meet the 140 a week costs. She admitted it was a huge shock when she found out she had been chosen. She has received 250 worth of gift vouchers to spend at Newlands Shopping Centre stores plus a 60 beauty treatment at the new fashion salon Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo-tique. Selfless Lauren has decided to … Continue reading →

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Joe Namath Joins Athletes To Discuss Concussions, Contact Sports … – CBS New York

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

March 22, 2017 5:41 PM OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) Concussion awareness has been on the rise for a few years now. Parents often ask what the best treatments are, and if they should even let their kids play contact sports. As CBS2s Dr. Max Gomez explained, the science of concussion treatment is changing rapidly, from total brain rest to gradual return to activities soon after an injury. Theres also been a change in attitudes among professional athletes who have had concussions about letting their kids play. I know there are a lot of friends and folks out there, I dont even know that can use some guidance and some help, New York Jets legend, Joe Namath said. Thats why Namath was on Long Island on Wednesday, to take part in the Head Injury Associations Brain Injury Awareness Sports Forum at the New York Institute of Technology. CBS2s Dr. Gomez moderated the event, as athletes gave varying opinions about their concussions and their sports. Heavyweight boxer Jerry Cooney and hall of fame jockey Ramon Dominguez dont want their children to follow in their footsteps, while New York Jets John Nitti and Marty Lyons said the life lessons gained from team sports … Continue reading →

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Brain injuries cause lasting issues – Pamplin Media Group

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2017

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. A fundraiser is planned for Sunday at Twiggs Martini Bar in Bridgeport Brain injuries are complicated. There are no simple measures of treatment, and the injuries can create lasting challenges for people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their families. March is Brain Injury Awareness month and Faith and Had Walmer of Lake Oswego want to share information about brain injuries with the community. "Brain injuries are some of the least understood," Faith said. "It's an 'invisible disability.'" Had Walmer has a brain injury, the result of an auto accident he experienced in 1977. "I was in college and wasn't wearing a seat belt," he said. "I was in a coma for a week." His brain trauma continues, and he and Faith have developed support groups to deal with living with a brain injury. Had says meditation helps a great deal; he even teaches meditation to others with brain injuries. "It helps me find a place and peace where I can come from and return to," he said. The couple wants to make others aware of how easy brain injuries can occur, and how many go undetected. "Lots of people have brain injuries and … Continue reading →

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