May 30, 2024 First person with MS to play in the NBA shares his inspiring message: 'Make the most of it' Ahead of World MS Day, former NBA player Chris Wright and his neurologist, Dr. Heidi Crayton, joined Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital in an on-camera interview to discuss how he's come to terms with his MS.
May 29, 2024 First NBA player with MS shares inspiring message Chris Wright, the first person with MS to play on an NBA team, discusses how his multiple sclerosis diagnosis impacted his career — and how he maintains a positive outlook.
May 29, 2024 Michigan mom: ‘I had a stroke at 39 — and the warning signs weren’t what you’d expect’ After having a stroke at 39, mom Jenna Gibson of Michigan is aiming to boost awareness about the risk young women face. She and a neurologist share what to look for and how to take life-saving action.
May 26, 2024 Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad' Taking fish oil supplements could raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. A cardiologist and two dietitians discuss the potential effects.
May 23, 2024 Adult day services offer safe care and leisure for older Americans, rest for caregivers Adult day services provide safe, stimulating places for those who have physical or cognitive disabilities, and also give respite to their caregivers.
May 22, 2024 Lupus expert debunks 7 common myths about the autoimmune disease: ‘Not a death sentence’ For Lupus Awareness Month, Dr. Brooke Goldner, a board-certified medical doctor who has the disease herself, shares some of the biggest misconceptions — and sets the record straight.
May 21, 2024 Spinal cord treatment restores function for paralyzed patients in study: ‘New hope’ Ninety percent of paralyzed patients regained strength or function of their upper limbs after receiving an experimental therapy, a new study found. Researchers and doctors weigh in.
May 19, 2024 Many families take patients off life support too soon after traumatic brain injuries: study Many patients who died after traumatic brain injuries may have survived and recovered if their families had waited to take them off life support, a new study found.
May 11, 2024 Common cooking ingredient could reduce dementia mortality risk, study suggests Infusing more olive oil into your diet could pay big dividends in cognitive health, a new study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggests. Experts offered insights.
May 9, 2024 As Ozzy Osbourne announces stem cell therapy, experts urge caution, highlight risks As rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has turned to stem cell therapy, some experts caution that the treatment is not for everyone. A doctor weighed in on the potential risks.