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Parkinson’s Foundation Receives Award To Develop National Recommendations To Improve Care For Women With … – PR Newswire (press release)

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

The Parkinson's Foundation began pursuing solutions in 2013 after identifying significant gender differences in Parkinson's treatment and care, as well as the lack of any coordinated effort to address them. Historically, care has been based on research that has focused too narrowly on men or neglected to consider relevant gender differences. For example, treatment protocols have not taken into consideration the fact that women can react differently to medications or are less likely to see specialists. "Research is beginning to prove what the medical community has long suspected: that women experience Parkinson's differently as it relates to diagnosis, symptoms, progression, treatment complications and care," said Allison Willis, M.D., M.S., co-lead of Women and PD TALK and an assistant professor of neurology, biostatistics and epidemiology in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence. "We applaud the Parkinson's Foundation for putting the unique needs of women on the map with Women and PD TALK, a project that may lead to breakthroughs for women and men." The Women and PD TALK project will charge multidisciplinary leadership teams, comprising experts in the patient, research, and health care communities, with creating recommendations to advance women's healthcare. … Continue reading →

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Girl with cerebral palsy awarded 2.6m over failings in care after birth – Irish Times

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Niamh and Shane Farrell from KIlleeneen, Craughwell, Co Galway pictured with their solicitor, Roger Murray (Right of pic) leaving the Four Courts. Photograph: Collins Courts The Health Service Executive (HSE) has apologised to a six year old girl with cerebral palsy over failings in her care after her birth at University College Hospital, Galway . Sadhbh Farrell will also receive an interim payment of 2.66m under a settlement of her High Court action. Mr Justice Kevin Cross was told the baby appeared jaundiced in the days after her birth in January 2011 and that hould have triggered a simple test, which could have rectified the situation for the baby within a day. In the apology on behalf of the HSE and hospital, its general manager Chris Kane sincerely apologised and expressed deepest regrets for the failings in care provided to Sadhbh in the week following her birth on January 23rd 2011. The letter stated: We do not underestimate how difficult and traumatic this has been for you and your families and the challenges that you and your families have faced as a result of the failings in the treatment and care provided to Sadhbh.. Sadhbh, of Killeeneen, Craughwell, had, through … Continue reading →

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Richardson father risks freedom to promote cannabis treatments for his daughter – WFAA.com

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

A few times a month, Mark Zartler of Richardson, Texas commits a crime that helps his daughter who cannot help herself. Marie Saavedra, WFAA 12:07 AM. CST February 22, 2017 RICHARDSON -- A few times a month, Mark Zartler commits a crime that helps his daughter who cannot help herself. 17 years ago, Christy Zartler gave birth to twin girls. "When they came home, Keeley, her twin, came home first," said Christy. "Three days Kara followed her." From there, they began the difficult, years-long task of learning how to treat Karas Cerebral Palsy and severe Autism. There are a slew of her pills on their kitchen counter. Antipsychoticsand enzymes and sleep aids. Still, few things helped fight off the worst of her symptoms. Kara is self-injurious. She often hits and punches herself in episodes that can sometimes go on for hours. "Pretty much on a daily basis we have some sort of episode," said Christy. So, when Mark found the one thing that could stop his daughter, he made a video to show the world. He posted it on his Facebook page. In it, Kara is seen punching herself at home. Mark then is able to put a mask over … Continue reading →

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BIA-MA Kicks Off Brain Injury Awareness Month – Patch.com

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Patch.com BIA-MA Kicks Off Brain Injury Awareness Month Patch.com Joint House and Senate bills, An Act Relative to Improving Lives by Insuring Access to Brain Injury Treatment, were filed. These bills will ensure that commercial health insurance plans include cognitive rehabilitation services for individuals with ... Read more: BIA-MA Kicks Off Brain Injury Awareness Month - Patch.com … Continue reading →

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Murdered Matie graduate’s brain injury normally only seen in car accidents – News24

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Video Co-accused getting bail was 'a mistake' - Lee Schoombie 2016-02-23 14:12 Last month we spoke to Lee Schoombie, brother of the late Carl Schoombie who passed away following an altercation at Tiger Tiger nightclub in Cape Town last November. Lee came back to our studio to give us an update on the Justice for Carl campaign. Watch. WATCH Cape Town A man who died after being dragged from an Uber taxi and attacked, had brain injuries usually only seen in people killed in car accidents, the Western Cape High Court heard on Monday. "These [diffuse axonal] injuries are quite unusual in cases of assault," State witness Dr Gavin Kirk testified. "This is because the degree of force required for the acceleration is usually more than is typical in assaults, blows with fists, and punches," the forensic pathologist told the court. He said blows delivered in a boxing ring would rarely be sufficient to cause this type of injury. Brent Henry and Juane Jacobs are on trial for the murder of Carl Schoombie, who died from severe injuries after the two men accused him of starting trouble at the Tiger Tiger nightclub in November 2015. The Stellenbosch University graduate and … Continue reading →

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Washington Square News : Dr. Leigh Charvet Strives Towards MS … – NYU Washington Square News

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Dr. Leigh Charvet, an associate professor of neurology at NYUs Langone School of Medicine. Dr Charvet collaborated with recent NYU graduates to develop a painless treatment for everyday symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis that patients can use from home. Via nyulangone.org Via nyulangone.org Dr. Leigh Charvet, an associate professor of neurology at NYUs Langone School of Medicine. Dr Charvet collaborated with recent NYU graduates to develop a painless treatment for everyday symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis that patients can use from home. Caroline Haskins, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017 The research of NYU School of Medicines Dr. Leigh Chavret is facilitating advances inthe development for treatments forMultiple Sclerosis. Charvet, an associate professor of neurology, collaborated with recent NYU graduates Bryan Dobbs, William Pau, Natalie Pawlak, Ashley Clayton, Michael Shaw and Kai Sherman to develop a painless treatment for day-to-day symptoms of MS that patients can use from home. The remedy involves transcranial direct current stimulation, which delivers low amplitude electrical currents through scalp electrodes. CUNY professor Marom Bikson and Abhishek Datta of Soterix Medical collaborated with the research group to engineer a custom-made, remotely controlled tDCS headset for the study. The headset allowed Charvet and her research team to video conference with … Continue reading →

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Multiple sclerosis: New technology improves cognition – Medical News Today

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating neurological disease that affects tens of thousands of Americans. While there is yet no cure for the illness, researchers are working hard to understand its causes and mitigate its symptoms. New research investigates the effects of cutting-edge cognitive training technology on people with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an often disabling neurological disease that affects one's muscles, vision, mood, and concentration. MS is estimated to affect anywhere between 250,000-350,000 people in the United States, and 200 new cases of MS are diagnosed each week. While there is currently no cure for the condition, treatment options are available for reducing the symptoms. The most common therapy consists of steroid drugs, which have been shown to speed up recovery. A new technology called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) has been recently shown to improve some of the symptoms of MS. The tDCS device was created by Marom Bikson, Ph.D., a professor of biomedical engineering at The City College of New York, in collaboration and Abhishek Datta, Ph.D., the chief technology officer of Soterix Medical. Researchers from New York University's (NYU) Langone's Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center conducted a feasibility study for tDCS, and the results were … Continue reading →

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Introducing Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy at Young Medical Spa in Center Valley and Lansdale … – PR Web (press release)

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Montgomery County and the Lehigh Valley, PA (PRWEB) February 28, 2017 Dr. Thomas E. Young, Owner and Medical Director of Young Medical Spa, is excited to announce the addition of a new service: Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy for restoring hormonal balance and improving overall health and vitality. Suitable for both men and women, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy may help correct hormonal imbalances that can result from aging, relieving such symptoms as depression, fatigue, migraines, low libido, urinary incontinence, lack of mental clarity, trouble sleeping, and more. A customizable treatment that is tailored to each patients exact needs, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy at Young Medical Spa involves inserting tiny pellets beneath the skin that gradually release a steady stream of natural hormones over time. Patients can receive therapy for low testosterone, estrogen, or a combination of both hormones, as needed. In concert with Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Young Medical Spa clients have access to a complete line of nutraceuticals that promote thyroid, heart, liver, and brain health. The combination of nutraceuticals and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy provides a natural approach for long-lasting results without the potential negative side effects of prescription medications and traditional synthetic hormone replacement therapy methods. Young Medical … Continue reading →

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Poorly Jack Christmas, 8, needs 20k to get vital stem cell research – Hull Daily Mail

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

Comments(0) A little boy with a rare genetic condition which left him unable to walk or talk could be one of just five people to contribute to vital research. But Jack Christmas' family need to raise 20,000 to send the eight-year-old to America for the stem cell research in June. Jack, of Gainford Grove, east Hull, was diagnosed with Mowat Wilson Syndrome in April 2012, and is one of only 171 children across the world to have the condition, caused by a gene deficiency or mutation. Jack's mum, Dawn, said while the little boy is totally dependent on adults, he is making good progress. "Jack doesn't talk, has to have all food pureed, can't feed or dress himself, is doubly incontinent, in fact he is totally dependent on adults," she said. "All this said and done and he can now crawl, clap his hands and waves hello and goodbye as well as signing money and bird. Jack can also drink out of a feeder cup and on Christmas Eve 2015 Jack took his first unsteady independent steps." More news: Maisie Rice, 9, needs life-changing operation so she play with her twin As well as Mowat Wilson Syndrome, the Tweendykes School … Continue reading →

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Cardiologist to speak Tuesday at Senior Life Network Lunch and Learn – Enid News & Eagle

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2017

By Cass Rains Staff Writer Senior Life Network, 4125 W. Garriott, inside Oakwood Mall, will host a Lunch and Learn at noon Tuesday with Integris CardiologistGregory Schuchard, M.D., FACC. The program will be held at the mall event room, which is directly across from Chen Garden. A light lunch will be served free of charge. Schuchard specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. In addition, he is certified in the sub-specialty of nuclear cardiology by the Certification Board of Nuclear cardiology and endovascular disease by the American Board of Vascular medicine. We are so fortunate to have our physicians from Integris, like Dr. Gregory Schuchard, take time out of their busy schedules to spend some time visiting with us and sharing their knowledge, said Senior Life Network Director Lisa Bland-Selix. Schuchard sees patients at the INTEGRIS Heart and Vascular Institute of Northwest Oklahoma by physician referral only. For appointments, please call (580) 616-7630. For more information and to register for this program call Senior Life Network at (580) 234-6060. See the original post here: Cardiologist to … Continue reading →

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