Pharmacogenomics, the Foundation of Precision Medicine
Not everyone responds to the same medication in the same way. Medication effectiveness and side effects vary by individual, influenced by genetics, health history, age, and lifestyle. Pharmacogenomics is a new field of science that is growing rapidly due to its ability to minimize trial-and-error dosing and improve treatment outcomes. It combines the study of […]
How Medical Research Improves the Accuracy of Second Opinions
When seeking medical second opinions, be sure that you access leading-edge research. Medical research may begin in a lab, but its effects are felt in hospital rooms, in homes, in workplaces—and in the body itself. Those effects are measured in years and in quality of life: how well people can live, work, and enjoy their […]
An Evolution in Brain Tumor Therapies?
Scientists are advancing research to create new therapies to treat this wide-ranging condition. For those diagnosed with this condition, their experiences will vary widely depending upon the type, stage, and size of their tumor. Following are details regarding different types of brain tumors and advancements in research that are leading to new treatment options. Each […]
Multiple Sclerosis: Treatment Breakthroughs Offer Big Hope for an Unpredictable Disease
Multiple sclerosis (MS), is a disease of the central nervous system. It occurs due to damage to a tissue called myelin, which protects nerve fibers. When myelin gets damaged, it can affect the functioning of the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. The World Health Organization estimates that more than 1.8 million people live with […]
Parkinson’s Disease Research Gets a Big Boost
As an increasing number of people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, research into new treatments has accelerated. Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological condition, is the fastest-growing brain disorder in the world. About 8.5 million people around the world have Parkinson’s, according to the World Health Organization. The condition affects the part of the brain that […]
Why More People Have Neurodegenerative Diseases Than Ever
As people live longer, neurological diseases are becoming more common. About one billion people worldwide are affected by neurologic disorders, according to the World Health Organization. As a result, these diseases have been the focus of increasing and intense medical research over the past few decades. Neurodegenerative diseases occur when the cells of the central […]
Could estrogen help treat Parkinson’s?
Roughly 600,000 people across the United States and Canada suffer from Parkinson’s disease and researchers have long been aware of the increased risk that comes with age. Men and postmenopausal women have a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s than premenopausal women do, which lead researchers to examine the link between estrogen and Parkinson’s. A recent […]