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Mrs. Sassy Curls went from living independently to relearning basic tasks overnight after a Functional Neurological Disorder diagnosis. She now shares her journey to help others with invisible illnesses feel less alone.
A biotech company is preparing to test a revolutionary brain sensor that uses lab-grown neurons instead of metal electrodes, offering hope for treating conditions from stroke recovery to Parkinson's disease. Unlike traditional implants that damage brain tissue, this gentler approach could help millions suffering from neurological conditions.
The FDA has accepted a groundbreaking treatment for Alexander disease for priority review, offering hope to families battling a rare neurological condition that has no approved therapies. If approved by September, zilganersen would become the first medicine ever available for this devastating illness.
Two UK organizations are joining forces to solve one of medicine's toughest challenges: getting treatments past the blood-brain barrier to fight neurological diseases. With over 40% of people worldwide living with brain conditions, this collaboration could unlock new treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and brain cancers.
A neurologist in India drives to remote villages with free stroke and epilepsy care, breaking stigmas one patient at a time. Since 2013, her Neurology on Wheels program has screened 12,000 people across 44 villages.
A newly approved ALS treatment can now target specific genetic causes of the disease, offering hope to patients with Lou Gehrig's disease. The FDA fast-tracked the therapy, marking a significant breakthrough in personalized medicine for neurological conditions.
Two research organizations are joining forces to solve one of medicine's toughest puzzles: getting treatments past the brain's protective barrier. With over 40% of people worldwide living with neurological conditions, this collaboration could unlock life-changing therapies for millions.
South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow is stepping away from rugby league after a neurological diagnosis, asking for support and privacy as he focuses on treatment. His message isn't one of defeat but determination as he faces this new chapter with his medical team and family.
Researchers have engineered a molecular tool that can strengthen connections between specific brain cells, opening new possibilities for treating neurological conditions. The breakthrough could one day help restore lost functions in patients with brain injuries or diseases.
A breakthrough drug called AMX0035 is giving hope to 35,000 Americans living with ALS by significantly slowing the disease's progression. Research advances at Columbia's ALS Center are helping patients live longer with better quality of life. ##
SGMC Health in South Georgia becomes the first in the region to offer FDA-approved infusion therapy that slows early Alzheimer's progression. The treatment helps patients maintain independence longer by targeting the disease itself, not just symptoms.
Children with Hunter syndrome just got their first new treatment option in nearly two decades. The FDA approved AVLAYAH, a breakthrough therapy from Denali Therapeutics that offers fresh hope to families facing this rare genetic disease.
SGMC Health is now providing FDA-approved infusion therapy that can slow early Alzheimer's progression, giving South Georgia families new hope. This marks one of the first treatments that targets the disease itself rather than just managing symptoms.
After decades of slow progress, ALS researchers at VCU Health say they're more optimistic about finding a cure than at any point in history. The Richmond team is combining new FDA-approved treatments with cutting-edge research to extend lives and find solutions.
Children with Hunter syndrome now have access to the first treatment that reaches the brain, addressing complications that existing therapies couldn't touch. The FDA approval opens doors for treating dozens of other neurological conditions.
Neurologists are elevating exercise to the same priority level as medication for treating Parkinson's disease. Movement is becoming a core prescription, not just a helpful add-on.
Nearly 100 MIT students are bringing friendship and hope to Boston residents living with brain injuries through a program that's been changing lives since 1998. Some bonds have lasted over a decade, with buddies staying connected long after students graduate.
A breakthrough treatment for seizure disorders exceeded expectations in its final clinical trial, bringing hope to millions who live with epilepsy. The drug reduced seizure frequency significantly and could reach patients by late 2026.
A small Queensland community funded Australia's first TMS machine for motor neurone disease research, turning heartbreak into hope. Early detection could change everything for future patients.
After hiding her Parkinson's diagnosis for a decade, Rebecca King-Crews is sharing how a breakthrough non-invasive brain procedure gave her the ability to write again. She's going public to make the life-changing treatment accessible to everyone.
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