According to cerebralpalsy.org, more than 750,000 U.S. children and adults are currently living with cerebral palsy. An individual may be born with CP or may develop the disorder during or shortly after birth. An injury to the brain or a malformation in the brain are...
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Month: May 2014
What is going on at the nation’s VA hospitals?
Many people in Atlanta may be following the controversy that is unfolding around our nation's Department of Veterans Affairs. In recent months, it has been reported that veterans are dying as the result of delayed treatment and ridiculous waiting lists at VA...
Fibromyalgia gaining legitimacy within medical community
Imagine being in constant pain, feeling fatigued and yet not being able to sleep and having noticeable difficulty remembering or recalling information. For individuals with fibromyalgia, these painful and disruptive side effects interfere with their ability to enjoy...
Hope for children with emotional and behavioral conditions
For individuals struggling with a mental condition that affects their ability to control emotions or behaviors, life can be a constant struggle. Thanks to improved diagnostic measures as well as a push towards early intervention; today mental conditions such as major...
Study examines physiological link between stress and major depression
As human beings, we all strive to live fulfilling and happy lives. Yet, throughout the course of one's life, roadblocks and challenges threaten our ability to be happy. While a job loss, divorce or death of a loved one are major and stressful life events that invoke...