Ever wondered what it's like for parents whose kids have rare genetic brain conditions? Let's dive into their world. Imagine having a child with Dravet syndrome or Doose syndrome. These are types of developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEE), which affect the brain in unique ways. Parents f
Millions of people globally deal with Parkinson's disease (PD), a condition where parts of the brain gradually stop working properly. Thankfully, mobile apps can make a real difference for these patients. They can help manage symptoms, boost daily life, and overall well-being. But, there's no go-to
As 2024 winds down, it's time to think about your financial goals for the new year. Experts say to start by looking at your finances in 2024 and setting specific, realistic goals. Courtney Alev from Credit Karma suggests that a new year is a chance to see finances with fresh eyes. Ashley Lapato, fro
Early palliative care integration is making a world of difference for women fighting gynecologic cancers, but did you know there are still big gaps in who gets this help? Let's dive into the latest in symptom management, how doctors and patients talk about the future, and what happens at the end. Sp
Imagine you live in Rhode Island and rely on state services for retirement benefits. Recently, a cybersecurity attack hit the state's main service system—RIBridges. This left hundreds of thousands of people’s banking details, Social Security info, and personal data vulnerable. Whoops! There goes you
Recovering from a concussion can be quite different for young kids aged 4 to 8 compared to preadolescents aged 9 to 12. Let's zoom in on the key factors that can influence how quickly children bounce back after a bump to the head. Younger kids might have a tougher time expressing what they're feeli
Managing HIV can be tough. It's about taking meds, tracking health, dealing with symptoms, and staying emotionally strong. Past studies mainly looked at these factors once, but this nine-year study in Hunan, China, focused on how they change over time. They followed 265 people with HIV, checking in
Food allergies are a common concern for many families. But have you ever thought about how household practices can affect the mental well-being of those with food allergies? Let's dive into how excluding certain foods from the home can impact a person's psychology. Imagine having to constantly watc
Bovine mastitis, a common health issue for dairy cows, and milk quality have been hot topics for researchers and farmers worldwide for years. But you know what hasn't been talked about much? The role of employee management in keeping cows healthy and milk high-quality. Most people have been focused
Osteoporosis is a global issue that weakens bones and raises the risk of fractures. It's a tricky disease to manage because it's caused by many factors. Scientists have been digging into how genes and hormones play a role in this. Lately, they've found some exciting stuff using single-cell RNA seque
