With wireless technology, an epilepsy monitoring unit gives a girl more freedom to play and move about during her hospital stay.
Low level of blood protein that transports oxygen is associated with greater risk of Alzheimer's and other types of dementia.
A love of music and the enduring compassion of a childhood friend are helping a 25-year-old Michigan woman weather the rigors of multiple sclerosis.
Study: Even a modest amount of exercise lowers the odds of dying from this deadly type of stroke.
Deep brain stimulation eases symptoms for a man battling Parkinson's disease.
This 11-year-old gained great wisdom from the seat of a wheelchair. His indomitable spirit and quick smile lift up all those he encounters.
Cortisol levels in dogs often mirror those of stressed-out pet owners.
An hour of moderate-to-vigorous activity each day releases a protein beneficial to the development of young minds.
In tracking 19,000 adults for a quarter of a century, researchers find puzzles play a notable role in preserving mental sharpness.
She helped create the MyHealth app for others and now uses it to improve her own life after a Parkinson's diagnosis.
Nightmares usually have easy explanations—and even simpler solutions.
Scanning technology spots problems sooner, leading to earlier treatment and better management of a thus-far incurable disease.
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