Measuring and Mapping MS

Multiple sclerosis (known commonly as MS) is a long-term, chronic disease with symptoms ranging from mild and frustrating to severe and life-altering.

The disease affects the central nervous system, a complicated system that includes the brain, the spinal cord and the optic nerves used for sight.

Loved Patients Live Longer

The road to beating breast cancer can be long and tough. Having a few really supportive friends or a large group to lean on can be a powerful source of strength.

Hey Girls! Let's Dance

Teen girls that seem generally healthy may still struggle with their self-image. This struggle can sometimes lead to later health problems. But there's a possible solution: Just dance!

The Path to Crohn's Disease

It's like having the stomach flu, but worse. You have cycles of stomach pain, usually after you eat a meal. But how do you know if it's Crohn's disease?

When Real Disasters on TV Scare Kids

The Twin Towers falling. Raging wildfires. Families wading through flooded waters. These images might show important news, but disaster coverage makes an impression on little minds.

Sunlight Vitamin’s Benefits in Pregnancy

African-American women are already prone to not getting enough vitamin D. When they are pregnant, lacking this nutrient might influence their mental health.

Getting a Grasp on Kids' Mental Health

Do children really have mental health disorders at rates similar to teens and adults? Or are they overdiagnosed and just being kids? There may not be a simple answer to that question.

Imaging Cancer’s Return

After prostate cancer patients receive treatment, they still run the risk of the disease coming back. A newly approved imaging agent offers a way to detect recurrence earlier.

Infertility Treatments and MS Don't Mix

Having difficulty conceiving is a reality for 10 to 20 percent of western couples. While some turn towards infertility treatments, those with conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS) may need to exercise caution in these important reproductive decisions.

Like Mom, Like Menopause

Women are their mothers' daughters, even at the point in life when they can't have children anymore.

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