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In addition to being stigmatized and vulnerable, people with intellectual or developmental disabilities are severely undercounted and underrepresented in medical research. This highlights the urgent need for more inclusive research and resources to ensure equitable cancer treatment for this population.

Recent findings suggest that Candida albicans, a common fungus, can enter the brain and generate toxic protein fragments similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s disease. This discovery could potentially open new avenues for understanding and treating Alzheimer’s.

The recent findings on valbenazine’s fast onset of action in treating chorea associated with HD could be a game-changer for the 30,000 Americans living with this disease.

The discovery that irisin, an exercise-induced hormone, significantly reduces amyloid-β deposits opens up new therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer’s disease. This breakthrough underscores the importance of exercise and its far-reaching implications on cognitive health.

The introduction of these new guidelines marks a significant advancement in our understanding and determination of brain death. An emphasis on standardization and accuracy, these guidelines could change how we approach this critical aspect of medical practice.

The recent TikTok trend of using hot foot baths for migraine relief is an emerging trend in patient-led treatments. Although it may seem unconventional, there’s potential scientific backing related to the autonomic nervous system that warrants further exploration.