Dravet syndrome is a rare and severe form of epilepsy that begins in early childhood. It is notoriously difficult to treat, and many medications fall short in managing its symptoms. Stiripentol (also known as STP) is a medication that has shown some promise in helping patients with Dravet syndrome.
Thumbs up! But only if you don't have trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome. A recent investigation looked closely at how thumbs move in people with these two conditions. The researchers used fancy 3D motion analysis. It's like having x-ray vision to see exactly how your thumb
Got a craving for a caffeine pick-me-up on Monday? Big news! Starbucks is making a splash by serving up some free coffee the day after the Super Bowl. But why? And how? Well, first off, this perk is all about keeping their loyalty program, Starbucks Rewards, fresh and exciting. Members can score
As we grow older, our bodies often don't work as well as they used to. This decline in how well we move around and do things is partly due to our modern way of life. The reasons are many, but one of the key issues is the weakening of our muscles and how our nerves talk to them, which is called neuro
It is a common phenomenon that a person who has a deep interest in something starts to mimic the experiences that are related to it. This happens especially to medical students who end up worrying that they have the same illnesses they're learning about. In Nepal, a study was to figure out how comm
Eagles fans are buzzing as veteran defensive end Brandon Graham is officially back in action. He has been sidelined since late November due to a triceps tear. The dream to play in the Super Bowl gave him the extra motivation to get ready for the big game. Graham will be playing in his 15th season,
Young athletes are often eager to excel in their sports. There are different ways to train them to achieve this goal. First, let's talk about two different training methods. One is Integrative Neuromuscular Training (INT). The other is the Traditional Physical Training (PT). Integ
In recent comedic event, Chelsea Handler didn't miss the opportunity to crack a few jokes at the expense of some well-known names at the Critics Choice Awards. This was her second time hosting the event. Her jokes including some recent big story oddities, such as the ongoing back and forth between J
Imagine a messed-up blood system where blood cells aren't even given a fair chance to grow and do their job. It's called MDS, and it's a problem no one wants. Think of a bunch of key players in the bone marrow. There are special cells called MSCs, which are like the mega landlords of the bone marrow
Rare gene problem called Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency (AADCd) makes it tough for kids to move and learn. It gets in the way of their coordination, balance, and brain development. AADCd affects a small number of people but can cause big problems. Think of it as a roadblock on the pa
