Doddie Weir, who won 61 caps for Scotland, has passed away aged 52; Weir was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in December 2016 and used profile to push for better research and care; Family statement calls Weir an “inspirational force of nature” Last Updated: 26/11/22 6:01pm Doddie Weir Former Scotland rugby international Doddie Weir has … Read more
By Brett Smith, DO, as told to Rachel Reiff Ellis Psoriatic disease is a condition you have your whole life. Skin plaques are the main symptom, but many people also get joint pain. It requires lifelong observation by medical professionals. Although there isn’t a cure for psoriatic disease, there are great medications to help control … Read more
Kevin Sinfield is on schedule to complete his challenge on Saturday at Old Trafford during the men’s Rugby League World Cup final between Australia and Samoa; Sinfield was met by Rob Burrow at the finish line on day six Last Updated: 18/11/22 7:20pm Kevin Sinfield has passed his fundraising target of £777,777 Kevin Sinfield surpassed … Read more
SOURCES: Katarina Mollo, dietitian, Boston. Alessio Fasano, MD, professor of pediatrics and gastroenterology, Massachusetts General Hospital; professor of nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; professor of pediatrics, Harvard Medical School. Jolanda Denham, MD, pediatric gastroenterologist, Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Benjamin Lebwohl, MD, president, Society for the Study of Celiac Disease; director of clinical … Read more
Chris Hemsworth’s new show with National Geographic on Disney Plus is “a mission to live better for longer.” But because of that show, he has come face-to-face with his “biggest fear” – that he might develop Alzheimer’s disease. During one episode of the show, the 39-year-old “Thor” actor underwent genetic testing to learn more about … Read more
By Tjalf Ziemssen, MD, as told to Keri Wiginton Ziemssen presented “Development and Usability Testing of a Patient-based Digital Tool to Understand Early Signs of Changes in Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms and Progression: Your MS Questionnaire” at the American Academy of Neurology’s 73rd Annual meeting, April 17-22, 2021, where scientists discuss the latest research in MS … Read more
By Christina Difeo Petrella, as told to Michele Jordan I’m from a large Italian family of five where food and love were so important. I am the youngest of three children and the only girl. My two older brothers were very protective of me. As a child, I loved sports. I played field hockey, lacrosse, … Read more
Leeds Rhinos great and Leicester Tigers defence coach Kevin Sinfield is running seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise money for five motor neurone disease charities; Sinfield is set to finish his challenge at half-time of Saturday’s World Cup final at Old Trafford Last Updated: 16/11/22 6:03pm Kevin Sinfield has completed day four of his … Read more
Nov. 15, 2022 – People who have been treated for Lyme disease, but continue to have symptoms, have changes in their brains that confirm the memory and concentration problems many of them have reported, a new study has found. Many people with what’s known as post-treatment Lyme disease – or PTLD – complain about problems … Read more
Though Crohn’s disease comes with daily challenges, including trouble getting out and spending time with others, it’s important to strengthen existing relationships and make new ones. Keeping an active social life while managing Crohn’s symptoms may seem daunting, but it’s all about balance and communication. By rethinking the way you stay connected – and leaning … Read more