Surprise Finding Could Lead to New MS Treatments
Though the causes of multiple sclerosis are not well understood, these researchers identified a protein that may be linked to the disease.
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Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge? Now, the Hot Pepper Challenge is Raising Thousands for ALS
Before you scoff over the spicy fad, remember that the Ice Bucket Challenge ended up raising over $115 million for ALS research.
Groundbreaking Gene Therapy Saves Dying Boy Who Blisters With Every Touch, May Save Others
In a world first, gene therapy was used to save a 7-year-old boy from a rare disease that caused blisters and burns on 80% of his skin.
These Dogs Are Trained to Detect the Smell of Parkinson's Just by Sniffing a Tee Shirt
There is currently no official method of screening for Parkinson's disease - but this team of dogs is quickly on its way to becoming the first.
Scientists Have Just Created a "Super-Antibody" That Can Kill 99% of HIV
These super antibodies - which had a 99% success rate - are an "exciting breakthrough" for immunizing humans against HIV in the future.
Vibrating Watch is Game Changer For People With Parkinson's
This revolutionary watch has allowed creative director Emma Lawton to write and draw again despite her Parkinson's disease.
Watch Teen With Rare Skin Disease React to His Family Being Surprised With Handicap-Accessible Home
John Hudson, who is one of the "Butterfly Children" suffering from a rare skin condition, could barely contain his emotions over the new home.
Previously Thought Impossible, Scientists Will Soon Use Gene-Editing to Try and Stop Kidney Disease in Humans
Researchers didn't think that gene editing could be used in the kidneys – but Newcastle University scientists may have just proven them wrong.
First Parkinson's Patient to Get Unique Stem Cell Treatment Could Pave the Way for Many More by 2023
The patient has shown no adverse effects since undergoing the procedure – and if the therapy's success continues, it could be available as soon as 2023.
When Hospitals Can't Afford Equipment, Doctor Uses Discarded Shampoo Bottles to Cut Mortality by 75 Percent
This Bangladeshi doctor's ingenious device only costs $1.25 to make, but it has already saved hundreds of lives, and will save probably thousands more.
Scientists Have Developed a 'Breakthrough' That May Defeat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
The breakthrough could bring dozen of old medications back into the game.
Lab-Grown Lungs Successfully Transplanted into Living Animals Without Any Complications
With proper funding, the team believes they could be growing lungs for transplant patients much sooner than expected.
'Landmark' Mosquito Trial Eliminates 80% of Invasive Species Carrying Disease in Australia
In addition to possibly preventing millions of diseases worldwide, the technique could also bring balance to dozens of ecosystems.
8-Year Study Shows That Simple Treatment Can Reverse Type 1 Diabetes to Almost Undetectable Levels!
A groundbreaking new study shows that a 100-year-old tuberculosis treatment can be used to reverse the effects of type 1 diabetes.
3D-Printed Patch Can Help Mend a 'Broken' Heart
We are now one step closer to effectively healing victims of the number one leading cause of death in America.
Despite Having to Wear a Stoma Bag, This Woman Determinedly Trains and Competes as MMA Fighter
This woman has undergone 38 bowel surgeries for her Crohn's disease, but that hasn't stopped her from kicking butt in the ring.
Success of Advanced-Stage Parkinson's Treatment is 'Beyond Researcher's Wildest Dreams'
Researchers are using spinal implants to improve motor function in Parkinson's patients - and the results are particularly exciting.
26 Years of Research Shows Cardiovascular Health in Dairy Lovers is Not Aversely Affected by Choosing Cheese
Contrary to what the average dietary guidelines say about fromage, these new studies all show that cheese is much better for you than you might think.
Routine Eye Test Can Detect Earliest Stages of Alzheimer's in Seconds, According to New Research
This quick eye test could offer early diagnosis and lead to treatments that are far more effective than current therapy methods.
Two Patients Make History After Essentially Being Cured of HIV Using Stem Cell Transplant
It has been a little over 12 years since a Berlin man became the first patient to ever be cured of HIV – and now, two more patients may have joined him.
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