I'm a long COVID researcher—and I have long COVID
About 5% of U.S. adults are estimated to be living with long COVID-19, and one of them is UC San Francisco epidemiologist and long COVID researcher Alison Cohen, Ph.D., MPH.
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Nervous System Diseases: News and Research on Autonomic Nervous System Diseases
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Five things to know about fainting: The heart's role and when it may signal serious condition
You may have heard that people who feel faint should sit with their heads between their knees, but is that true? And how can you tell whether you or someone else who has fainted should go to the emergency department or perhaps ...
Feb 18, 2025
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Gardenia plants may hold chemical key to regenerating diseased human nerves
Gardenias are known for their rich, earthy fragrance, waxy petals and brilliant white color that contrasts with the deep emerald green of their leaves. The plant has long been prized by herbalists, seekers of food and fabric ...
Fibrils study fills in a missing piece for neurodegenerative disease research
Research led by the University of Michigan has provided compelling evidence that could solve a fundamental mystery in the makeup of fibrils that play a role in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Oct 31, 2024
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Not just a normal part of aging: Dizziness in older adults is linked to higher risk of future falls
The first meta-analysis of its kind has shown a conclusive link between older adults experiencing spells of dizziness and a dramatically elevated risk of falling.
Sep 18, 2024
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Study reveals majority of pediatric long COVID patients develop a dizziness known as orthostatic intolerance
A recent study from Kennedy Krieger Institute shows that the majority of children diagnosed with long COVID are likely to experience orthostatic intolerance (OI), a condition that causes the body to struggle with regulating ...
Sep 16, 2024
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Relatively high frequency of emergency complications seen for dermatological procedures
A relatively high proportion of dermatologists experience emergency complications during dermatological, surgical, or cosmetic procedures, according to a study published online July 20 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Aug 1, 2024
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Mouse study identifies unique approach for preventing life-threatening complications after spinal cord injury
In response to stressful or dangerous stimuli, nerve cells in the spinal cord activate involuntary, autonomic reflexes often referred to as "fight or flight" responses. These protective responses cause changes in blood pressure ...
Jun 12, 2024
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Research team identifies four new genetic risk factors for multiple system atrophy
In a study published in Neuron, researchers have identified four new genetic risk factors for multiple system atrophy (MSA), shedding light on this poorly understood disorder. The study, which involved collaboration from ...
May 8, 2024
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Researchers discover new links between cellular-waste removal and the development of Parkinson's
Although Parkinson's disease has been recognized for more than 100 years, no treatments can slow or halt the disease's progress, let alone cure it. One of the major factors underlying this lack of progress is our relatively ...
Apr 2, 2024
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