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Genetics

Gene variant linked to multiple sclerosis severity

Scientists have discovered a genetic variant linked with multiple sclerosis becoming more debilitating over time, in research hailed as a first step towards a new drug.

Jul 1, 2023

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Neuroscience

Spinal-cord injury induces an immune deficiency in patients, study finds

Patients recovering from a severe spinal-cord injury can develop an immune deficiency that puts them at risk of developing life-threatening infections, according to a new study by researchers at The Ohio State University ...

Jun 30, 2023

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Medications

EU watchdog's rejection of ALS drug angers patients

The European Union drug watchdog's refusal to approve an ALS drug already authorized in North America has been called "an affront" by angry French patients, who say they "don't have time to wait".

Jun 29, 2023

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Genetics

Scientists identify the first genetic marker for multiple sclerosis severity

A study of more than 22,000 people with multiple sclerosis has discovered the first genetic variant associated with faster disease progression, which can rob patients of their mobility and independence over time.

Jun 28, 2023

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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

6 dead in a meningitis outbreak tied to Mexico clinics as officials struggle to reach more patients

The death toll has risen to six in an outbreak of fungal meningitis that's tied to surgical procedures in a city along the U.S.-Mexico border, and health officials say they have not been able to reach everyone who may be ...

Jun 27, 2023

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Health

Herniated disk: What it is, symptoms and treatment

The pain and discomfort of a herniated disk can significantly impact the quality of your life.

Jun 26, 2023

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Psychology & Psychiatry

Processing and grieving an ongoing loss does not fit neatly into traditional models of grief, says researcher

Traditional loss is typically considered a five-stage process, linear and time-bound, where a person moves from denial to acceptance.

Jun 23, 2023

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Neuroscience

Mouse study suggests pain not perceived in the same way in people with Alzheimer's disease

New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London has found that in a mouse model mimicking Alzheimer's Disease (AD) pain signals are not processed in the same way as ...

Jun 22, 2023

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Health

Getting rid of neck pain: 6 ways to feel better

The phrase "pain in the neck" is a tongue-in-cheek way to describe annoying situations or people that test our patience, but for those who experience genuine neck pain, it's no laughing matter.

Jun 21, 2023

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