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How do we Experience Back Pain?
You've probably felt it. An aching pain in your lower back. When you have lower back pain, do you seek help, or wait for it to go away?
Caregiving for MS: What You Need to Know
If your loved one is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, MS, your doctor won't be able to tell you exactly what to expect. What he might say is that it's an unpredictable disease, and it's time to get prepared.
Unlocking the Genetic Code of Pain
Imagine two people who have the exact same injury. One develops chronic, lifelong pain, while the other does not. This is scenario is frequently true – but why?
Long-term Effects of Chronic Stress
Prolonged periods of stress can have negative effects on the human body - but the extent of these effects is still being explored. New data suggests that chronic stress may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
Computer Model Predicts Dementia
Recent research has revealed much about the inner workings of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Now, a computer program has been developed that can predict when specific symptoms may occur.
Athlete's Fractured Wrist Plays into Game
A broken wrist is playing a big role in anticipation of Friday night's NCAA tournament game that pairs North Carolina against Ohio.
Improving Treatment of Parkinson's
Current treatments for Parkinson’s disease help with symptoms but unfortunately cannot stop the progression of the disease. A new drug heading into development has shown early promise for slowing or stopping the disease.
Keep the Memories, Beat the Tau
In Alzheimer’s patients, a naturally occurring protein, Tau, acts strangely and forms tangles in the brain. New research suggests that another protein, FKBP52 , may have something to do with it.
Caring for Hispanics With MS
Multiple sclerosis is hard on everyone who has the disease. But new research finds that some are worse off than others.
Sleep Disorder Linked to Parkinsons Disease
Rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder ( RBD ) occurs when people act out dreams. Diagnosis of RBD may increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s or mild cognitive impairment.