ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a deadly disease that slowly takes away a person’s ability to move, speak, eat and breathe. While treatments can help with symptoms, there is no cure, making research crucial.
Danko Pike was able to walk into the ER, and by the time he got admitted into a room, he was no longer able to walk, and other muscle functions were rapidly diminishing.
At 53, Melissa Hays embodies resilience. Her journey with melanoma—a life-changing disease—has been shaped by self-advocacy, determination and the support of a coordinated care team.
Amyloid is an aggregation of a protein called beta-amyloid that accumulates in the brain of older adults. It's one of the hallmark brain changes in Alzheimer's disease.
An unruptured brain aneurysm is an area with a bulge or outpouching area in a blood vessel that has not ruptured. Most of these are found by chance during a scan for other medical issues.
In the United States, about 12 million people between the ages of 15 and 49 rely on birth control pills. While generally safe, as with any medication, certain risks are involved.
Although deep brain stimulation can’t cure movement disorders, it can help patients live a more normal, independent and symptom-free life. To learn more about deep brain stimulation for movement disorders, read more.
When it comes to brain health, terms like "stroke" and "aneurysm" can be confusing. Both are serious medical conditions affecting blood vessels in the brain. Neurologist Pierre Fayad, MD, helps break down the differences.
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