Managing Back Pain at Home and When to See a Physician
If it seems like your back is always hurting, you probably are eager to find some relief. But if you don’t feel comfortable making a visit to your doctor just yet, you might feel more
A Parent’s Guide to Concussion Baseline Testing
As you cheer your child on from the stands, the last thing you may be thinking about is whether he or she will have a concussion this year. To be honest, it’s one of the
Multiple Sclerosis: Why Are Women More at Risk?
Four times as many women have MS as men, according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. But why? Dr. Stephen Hurlbut explains.
Alzheimer’s Disease Blood Tests Show Promise for Early Detection
Alzheimer’s researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have released a new study1 showing promise in a blood test’s ability to detect the disease earlier than traditional methods. The study of 150 adults was published in
Texas Health Launches Virtual Stroke Program Designed to Help Rural Patients
If you or a loved one has experienced a stroke, you likely remember the symptoms well…numbness on one side of the body, vision and coordination problems, confusion and/or a severe headache. According to experts, time
What to Do After Experiencing a Seizure
For the family and friends of someone with epilepsy, watching out for their loved one just comes with the territory. But what about when a person without a history of seizures suddenly experiences one? What
Piano Keys and Parkinson’s: A Story of Determination Against Disease
A tremor, slowed movement, rigid muscles, impaired posture or balance — all characteristic signs of Parkinson’s disease. But all of those telltale symptoms simply melt away once classically-trained concert pianist Lucien Leinfelder’s fingers hit the
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease – Infographic
Alzheimer’s is a condition that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior, and it affects nearly 44 million people worldwide. In observance of World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re breaking down the facts about the disease and
How to Help Your Student Sleep Easy
Ask any parent; switching a child from summer bedtime hours to school hours isn’t pretty. And if you’re like most parents, the ability to sleep later the next day has resulted in a later bedtime
Could Computer Use Stave Off Dementia?
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and it’s estimated that more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Although there’s no cure for Alzheimer’s and other dementias,