A captivating nonfiction book tells the story of a family which grows to appreciate the difficulties they faced and realizes the gifts that come with autism. The critically acclaimed author opens up about her personal experience caring for her autistic son, Gregg Robinson Baron, as well as how he learned…

Depression is present in all societies around the world. Depression affects approximately 264 million people worldwide. Every year, approximately 17 million people experience a depressive episode. Women are twice as likely as men to suffer from a major depressive disorder. According to the World Health Organization, there are 800,000 people…

Skipping breakfast, air pollution, gadget addiction, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption are just a few of the activities that harm the brain. Not to mention that we are subjected to emotional stress, which causes our brain activity to decrease. All of these factors can lead to traumatic brain injury. Our…

Macular degeneration symptoms can appear at a young age, and while they do not cause pain, they do cause visual distortion, such as straight lines seeming bent. Sometimes, it leads to central vision loss in one or both eyes. The need for more light when reading or making chores, as…

Selma Blair was diagnosed with MS in 2018. Her symptoms include excruciating pain, difficulty speaking, and the inability to fully use her left leg.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, with cancer coming in second. If not treated properly, heart disease, particularly coronary artery disease, can lead to serious complications such as heart attack and heart failure. Heart disease can be…

A Yale surgeon has developed an innovative new surgical therapy that uses a patient’s own stem cells to repair damaged bones before the hip crumbles. Daniel Wiznia, an assistant professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Yale School of Medicine, is developing a stem cell-based treatment for patients at risk of total…

ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that advances rapidly. Symptoms include nerve cell inflammation and loss of motor skills. ALS patients lose voluntary muscle control and experience difficulties speaking, walking, running, and even breathing. This is due to the fact that as the disease progresses, nerve…

Diabetes is a difficult disease to live with and manage. To make matters worse, losing weight and eating the right foods will not completely cure it. Even if you eat well and exercise regularly, you can still develop diabetes symptoms. Patients will still feel sluggish, have a more challenging time…