How Multiple Sclerosis Treatments Are Evolving
Education & Research The treatment of MS is no longer “diagnose and adios,” but “treat it and beat it.”
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Going to a therapist means “you’re taking steps to be a stronger, better human being.”
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After his career was cut short because of MS, Bryan Bickell found a new purpose in helping others cope.
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From yoga to beauty treatments to dancing in the kitchen, actress Miranda Kerr has a number of ways to keep the stress at arm's length
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Gaten Matarazzo shares his struggles with CCD and talks about raising awareness for the disorder.
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Tedy Bruschi is embracing his role as an inspirational voice in the stroke community and has been using his platform to connect with other survivors.
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What percentage of breast cancer comes from an inherited genetic mutation, like BRCA? The answer is only 5-10 percent. In fact, 87 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer do not have a single first-degree relative with breast cancer.
Education & Research The treatment of MS is no longer “diagnose and adios,” but “treat it and beat it.”
Prevention & Treatment The media has a role in the reporting and portrayal of men with mental health conditions.
Education & Research Stress and bad sleep often go hand-in-hand. By calming down, it's possible to achieve whole wellness
Advocacy A childhood trauma turned into mental health issues that plagued a former NHL star for much of his adult life.
Advocacy Behind every medicine and available treatment are the people who gave the extraordinary gift of participation in clinical trials.
Health Hacks These poses will help you relax and de-stress before getting a good night's sleep
Prevention & Treatment The 20th anniversary of the first trials to treat Pompe disease is a chance to look back at how far we have come, and forward to where we hope to go.
Prevention & Treatment Colder weather can bring about unpleasant colds, flus and a bunch of other problems. But did you know there’s also a higher incidence of a chronic illness called Type 1 diabetes?
Prevention & Treatment Wayne Derkac, Vice President of Medical Affairs at BioTelemetry, Inc., discusses how the detection of atrial fibrillation by outpatient cardiac monitoring can decrease the risk of recurrent stroke.
Education & Research In addition to being aware of what you're eating, it's important to think about how you're sleeping
Education & Research Amy Rios, Communications Coordinator, National Infusion Center Association.
Prevention & Treatment Life after breast cancer varies widely from person to person. Here’s how a survivorship care plan can help.
Advocacy More moms are dying from pregnancy and childbirth complications, making our country the most dangerous place in the developed world to give birth.
Prevention & Treatment Sleep and self-care make the big difference
Prevention & Treatment Believe it or not, your brain may start to decline when you’re in your 20s. That might be a scary thought, but science tells us that being active and healthy could help to keep our brains healthy as we age.
Advocacy A new campaign seeks to engage and inform the general public about rare diseases what's still unknown.
Advocacy When Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor had a rare form of a stroke in 1996, she approached her recovery with fascination rather than fear. She believed in her brain’s ability to recover.
Advocacy When assessing a patient, medical history is key — and so is cultural history.
Prevention & Treatment A radiation oncologist talks about the most rewarding part of treating cancer patients, and how new therapies are helping.
Health Hacks Sleeping on the wrong mattress can have a significant impact on your sleep quality and overall health
Prevention & Treatment Traditionally toxic masculine stereotypes often create pressure for men to “suck it up” and ignore their problems during tough times.
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Education & Research Many men suffer from mental health issues. It’s not a weakness, but an opportunity to heal, grow and get stronger.
Health Hacks Starting your journey into CBD? Here are some products to try
Advocacy One doctor shares the story of how she was diagnosed with an uncommon bone disorder, and how her journey inspired her to help others.
Health Hacks The duo behind SweatsAndTheCity open up on how they de-stress, unwind and stay centered
Prevention & Treatment Two doctors discuss the effects of a a single-herb product and it's positive effects on prostate cancer patients suffering.
Advocacy Ben Rue recounts being in high school while suffering from diabetes and shares his experience as a brand ambassador for Accu-Chek Guide.
Education & Research Haiti, with its incredibly high levels of blindness, has a great need for optometrists and vision care professionals.
Prevention & Treatment We're learning more about asthma — a complex set of diseases that impacts some people more than others — and changing how we approach treating those with it.
Advocacy Journalist Joan Lunden knows what it’s like to be a caregiver. Her mother had dementia and now Lunden wants to help others care for their loved ones.
Education & Research Surgery is one of the most crucial steps in a patient’s treatment journey, and surgical oncologists are the ones who play a leading role within a cancer care team.
Advocacy Singer-songwriter Mary Lambert, a passionate advocate for mental health, body positivity and LGBTQ rights, is sharing her story.
Prevention & Treatment A stroke — where the blood flow to the brain is interrupted by a clot or a bleed — can be devastating, causing permanent disability or death. The good news is that you can reduce your stroke risk. Here’s what you need to know.
Prevention & Treatment Most people are very surprised to learn that untreated hearing loss is a major risk factor for developing cognitive decline and dementia.
Health Hacks Understanding the phases of sleep can help you get ready for more relaxing nights and better days
Advocacy A lack of awareness surrounding multiple myeloma is costing lives, but one organization is stepping forward to make change.
Advocacy Marcus Cato was diagnosed with myeloid leukemia with little hope of a cure until a young woman decided to donate her bone marrow to a complete stranger.
Health HacksApproximately 15 percent of the general public, over 50 million Americans, experience some form of tinnitus, commonly referred to as “ringing in the ears.”
AdvocacyFor plenty of 13-year-olds, scoring a viral hit sounds like a dream come true. For Black, the star of 2011’s “Friday,” it wasn’t quite so simple.
Prevention & TreatmentWhile facing our own mortality can be difficult, being as informed as possible now about end-of-life care is important for you and your loved ones.
AdvocacyWhen medical school costs the same as a home, low-income students often abandon their dreams of entering the physician workforce.
Health HacksSometimes, a small achievement is all you need to get on the right track.
Education & ResearchFrom their sexual role models to masturbation techniques, we caught up with two of Refinery29's health editors — and nothing was off the record.
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