A recent report highlights a stark reality faced by cancer patients in Canada: the financial toll of cancer extends far beyond medical treatments. On average, individuals with cancer incur nearly $33,000 in out-of-pocket expenses during...
A breakthrough treatment for Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is showing promise, marking the first significant advancement in the management of this rare and disabling neurological condition in more than four decades. Presented at the 2024 Peripheral...
Patients experiencing memory lapses often find themselves seeking a second opinion, especially when referred to specialists like Dr. David Jones, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Many of these patients exhibit common memory...
Skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the United States, impacting individuals across various demographics. While fair-skinned individuals and those with specific mole types are at a heightened risk, anyone can develop skin cancer.
Recent research has indicated that frequent nightmares in middle age may be linked to a significantly increased risk of developing dementia. This finding, while compelling, has generated some skepticism among experts in the field.
Obesity and excess weight have become global health crises, significantly impacting cardiovascular health. The rising prevalence of obesity has been directly linked to an increased risk of heart attacks, creating an urgent need for effective...
Recent data presented at the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting highlights the widespread use of medications that negatively affect cognition among older adults with dementia. The study analyzed data from approximately 13...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by damage to the myelin sheath, the protective covering of nerve...
Determining the most effective way to help patients with diabetes, heart problems, and obesity lose weight and improve their health outcomes is crucial. Is exercise the answer, or are medications like glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1)...
I am now an octogenarian. In talking with my 80-something friends, we all agree that it would be far more dignified to die in a few moments from a massive heart attack or stroke, than...
