Get Happier As You Age Dr. Kerry Burnight has witnessed much suffering among her geriatric patients. For example, in the first 20 years of her career, the geriatrician said she regularly saw people alone, “slumped over in their wheelchairs, who were like, “I don’t have any purpose in my life.” At first, Dr. Burnight thought that … Continue reading “Get Happier As You Age”
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Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health
Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health Neurologists and neuropsychologists routinely care for patients with brain injuries and chronic neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease and dementia. So, it’s no surprise that keeping their own brains functioning well is a top priority for them. But these specialists know that maintaining their brain health is … Continue reading “Everyday Behaviors That Neurologists Avoid for Long-Term Brain Health”
Ultraviolet Light Can Reduce Allergens Better Than Months of Cleaning
Ultraviolet Light Can Reduce Allergens Better Than Months of Cleaning Allergy sufferers take every step possible to alleviate the misery caused by allergens. They install air filters, vacuum, scrub floors, and eliminate dust, all in an effort to avoid allergic reactions. Allergy sufferers take extra precautions because they know that a brief inhalation of airborne … Continue reading “Ultraviolet Light Can Reduce Allergens Better Than Months of Cleaning”
‘Harmless’ Virus Found in Parkinson’s Patients’ Brains, New Study Shows
‘Harmless’ Virus Found in Parkinson’s Patients’ Brains, New Study Shows A new study from researchers at Northwestern Medicine suggests that a common and typically harmless virus may play a role in the development of Parkinson’s disease. The Northwestern Medicine research team did not expect to find the Human Pegivirus (HPgV) in the brains and spinal … Continue reading “‘Harmless’ Virus Found in Parkinson’s Patients’ Brains, New Study Shows”
Family is at the heart of everything we do!
Family is at the heart of everything we do! To our incredible team members from Jamaica: as you care for families here, we’re committed to supporting you and the loved ones who support you from afar. Together, we lift each other up — because supporting families here means supporting families back home. Thank you to … Continue reading “Family is at the heart of everything we do!”
Eli Lilly’s Blood Cancer Drug Jaypirca Shows Promise in Trial as Early Treatment
Eli Lilly’s Blood Cancer Drug Jaypirca Shows Promise in Trial as Early Treatment Eli Lilly reported that its blood cancer therapy drug, Jaypirca, showed promise as a potential first-line treatment option by delaying disease progression in previously untreated patients. Lilly’s new drug, Jaypirca (pirtobrutinib), treats blood cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and small lymphocytic … Continue reading “Eli Lilly’s Blood Cancer Drug Jaypirca Shows Promise in Trial as Early Treatment”
Why Does Your Dog Get So Excited To See You?
Why Does Your Dog Get So Excited To See You? Sometimes, after a tough day, it’s heartwarming to have your dog greet you at the door, barking, jumping on you, and running in circles. Your dog may also get excited when she sees you grabbing her favorite toy because she knows that it’s playtime with … Continue reading “Why Does Your Dog Get So Excited To See You?”
Scientists Could Heal Stroke Damage in the Brain With Breakthrough Research
Scientists Could Heal Stroke Damage in the Brain With Breakthrough Research Scientists at the University of Zurich made a major advancement in stroke recovery by using stem cell injections to repair stroke damage in mice. The researchers reversed the stroke damage by injecting stem cells into the affected brain area, resulting in the growth of … Continue reading “Scientists Could Heal Stroke Damage in the Brain With Breakthrough Research”
Happiness Tips
Happiness Tips The happiest and most successful lives are built the same way great companies are—through courage, confidence, and a willingness to take calculated risks, according to Arthur Brooks, a social scientist and professor at Harvard University. Those who are afraid to take risks can do the necessary research and soul-searching to nurture and develop … Continue reading “Happiness Tips”
Merck’s Injectable Version of Blockbuster Cancer Therapy Keytruda Approved by U.S. FDA
Merck’s Injectable Version of Blockbuster Cancer Therapy Keytruda Approved by U.S. FDA The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new formulation of Keytruda (pembrolizumab), Merck’s blockbuster cancer medication. The new version, Keytruda Qlex (pembrolizumab and berahyaluronidase alfa-pmph), can be injected subcutaneously, unlike the original Keytruda, which is administered intravenously. The new version … Continue reading “Merck’s Injectable Version of Blockbuster Cancer Therapy Keytruda Approved by U.S. FDA”