Introduction Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly cancers. But it can be treated successfully if diagnosed early and treated aggressively. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case; pancreatic cancer often has no symptoms until it is too late to treat effectively. Still, when diagnosis does happen early enough, the survival rate is high—provided patients …
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Introduction The first few minutes after a stroke are critical to preventing permanent damage or death. If you or someone you love experiences sudden vision loss, numbness or difficulty speaking, the faster you can get emergency medical care – the better. The National Stroke Association wants everyone to know these three warning signs of a …
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Introduction Every day, millions of Americans wake up with aching backs. And every year, billions of dollars are spent on treatments and procedures to ease their pain. This week on All Things Considered, NPR’s Alix Spiegel investigates the politics of back pain — how doctors treat it and why so many people have it in …
Introduction Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to regulate sleep-wake cycles. It’s a complex condition with no known cure, but it can be treated with medication or lifestyle changes. Narcolepsy symptoms include excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), cataplexy (sudden muscle weakness triggered by emotions), sleep paralysis, fragmented nighttime sleep, and hallucinations. Researchers …
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