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12/28/2016 / By Daniel Barker

Man suffering from ALS creates home electronic automation system that uses eye movement and brain waves

A diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, was once considered a death sentence, but advanced automation technology is offering new hope to sufferers of the rare condition. Most ALS patients eventually face an extremely difficult choice: either die from the lack of ability to breathe once the disease progresses […]

12/22/2016 / By Daniel Barker

Power of love: Cuddling babies ‘kangaroo style’ helps them develop better social skills, longevity

New research has shown that small and premature babies who receive what is called “kangaroo mother care” tend to live longer and experience fewer social problems as they mature compared to those kept in an incubator. Kangaroo-style mothering involves breastfeeding and holding an infant upright against the mother’s bare skin, an approach first documented in […]

12/10/2016 / By Daniel Barker

Last resort treatment for Parkinson’s disease: Former cop finds astounding relief from medical marijuana

Although there has been little scientific research conducted so far regarding the use of cannabis to treat Parkinson’s disease, the anecdotal evidence provided by an ex-cop named Larry Smith makes a very strong case for its efficacy. Smith, who served 26 years in law enforcement before retiring in 1999, has been battling Parkinson’s for 20 […]

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