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Forcing a woman to give birth to a baby with severe abnormalities because she is poor is grotesquely Orwellian.But that's what Virginia Governor…
What is Ollier’s disease?
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Ollier's disease (OD) is a rare, non-hereditary benign bone disease. Multiple enchondromatosis…
Saskatchewan. woman says she ‘suffered a lot’ as little-known illness went untreated
One day, 12 years ago, Victoria Gregg started to feel tingling on the right side of her face. She went to the Royal University Hospital to have it checked out, but was told not to worry about it. When she woke up the…
Noninvasive Prenatal Testing Market to Witness Robust CAGR
Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Market: IntroductionTransparency Market Research has released a new report titled “Global Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Market”. According to the report, the global non-invasive…
Dolphin fundraiser to help local swimmer travel to world event in Portugal
The Midland Dolphins Swim Club will host a “T21 Swim-a-Thon” fundraiser on Tuesday, June 21 to raise money for USADSS (USA Down Syndrome Swimming) and the USADSS National Team, which includes the Dow High alum Luke Drumright.Drumright is…
What do you want to know
Down syndrome is a congenital condition (present at birth) that occurs when a baby is born with three copies of chromosome 21 instead of two copies. It causes many specific physical characteristics and health complications.
The…
Justin Bieber postpones New York tour after being diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
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Rett Syndrome Research Award
Huda Zoghbi and Adrian Bird receive the 2022 International Prize in Translational Neuroscience from the Gertrud Reemtsma Foundation for their discoveries on the causes of Rett syndromeThe brain is one of nature's most complex structures.…
Are flip flops bad for your feet? What there is to know
Flip flops are an integral part of the summer wardrobe. They come in a variety of price points and styles, from $5 neon foam slicers to luxury handcrafted leather shoes. Many people love flip flops because they take a moment to get on and…
GATA1 germline mutations predispose to leukemia
Early childhood myeloid leukemia is more common in people with Down syndrome and is linked to the acquisition of GATA1 mutations, which produce a short GATA1 isoform called GATA1. Congenital anemia is caused by GATA1-producing mutations…
How Jung Eun-Hye Was Cast As Han Ji-Min’s Sister In “Our Blues”
Jung Eun-hye has never acted before her role in “Our Blues.”
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Han Ji-min plays Lee Young-ok, a woman with a secret, in the Korean drama Our blues. Young-ok tries to hide the fact that his twin sister Young-hee…
A devoted dad’s ‘happy’ life torn apart after being diagnosed with cancer
A devoted father who lived for his family had his life torn apart after being diagnosed with a rare type of cancer. Hugh McIvor was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in September 2019 when he was 69. Hugh's diagnosis became even more!-->…
Prenatal Testing and Newborn Screening Market Share to Reach USD 10.85 Billion by 2027 | Emerging…
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Rising prevalence of chromosomal syndrome in babies is one of the significant factors influencing the growth of the market.
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All about clubfoot in children
Clubfoot is a congenital condition that affects the bones, muscles, tendons and blood vessels of the foot. The forefoot of the foot curves inward while the heel points downward. In extreme conditions, the foot is rotated to the point…
The “World Beauties And Wonders” Facebook page features the most interesting finds…
Life is full of adventures. All it takes is a little courage and a dash of curiosity to unlock the door that leads to the wonder, wonder, and experiences you'll tell your friends about for decades. Of course, we're talking about travel…
Biomea Fusion: Poster presentation entitled “Preclinical activity of the irreversible menin…
Preclinical Activity of the Irreversible Menin Inhibitor, BMF-219, in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia…
SOJ athletes shake off the travel blues; Ready for action
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SPECIAL Olympics Jamaica (SOJ) Executive Director Coleridge "Roy" Howell said all systems are working despite yesterday's travel setback,!-->…
Label-free multiplex electrochemical immunosensor for early diagnosis of lysosomal storage disorders
Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSD) are a group of inherited genetic diseases that cause the accumulation of lipids in tissues and cells1resulting from mutations in genes encoding intralysosomal enzymes2,3,4. All LSDs share the same…
Defying the odds, a Whittier student graduates from high school
Dressed in a blue Rembrandt cap and a dress covering her white sleeveless gown, 18-year-old Hannah Lopez waited in silence for her graduation ceremony to begin.It was supposed to be a drive-in celebration, with well-wishers waving as they…
Lia Thomas made a really good point about what makes a woman, whether you like it or not
Unlike her critics, transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has remained largely silent since her first-place finish in the 500-meter freestyle at the NCAA Women's Swimming Championships in March. Earlier this week, however, she sat down with…
I was diagnosed with terminal cancer during childbirth – after being labeled a hypochondriac
A new mum claims to have discovered she had terminal cancer during a cesarean delivery - when doctors found tumors in her ovaries, lymph nodes and abdominal lining.
Lois Walker, 37, alleges her shocking diagnosis…
Centralia resident finds joys in midlife with rare genetic condition
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Centralia resident Ann Barlow has died twice.
Suffering from a rare genetic condition called vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (vEDS), Barlow lay flat on an…
The Down syndrome market will receive a crushing rise in the future
The information gathered to prepare this Down Syndrome market report is supported by the most preferred tools i.e. SWOT analysis and Porter's Five Forces analysis which businesses can rely on with confidence . The details about…
Explain XXY: what it’s like to be born male with an extra X chromosome
Aotearoa has only 93 known cases of men with XXY chromosomes, but it's likely there are many more who don't know they're affected. Reporting by Melanie Earley. Mike Coker didn't expect to be told he couldn't have kids. He was in his…
Monadnock Ledger-Transcript – Elizabeth Goodhue will speak on behalf of Peterborough Presents
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Elizabeth Goodhue will be the next speaker in the Peterborough Presents series on Monday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 1833 of the Peterborough Public Library, 2 Concord Street…
Researchers reveal the role of cohesins in the division of embryonic stem cells
In a new study, researchers from Chung-Ang University show for the first time how specific cohesin complexes involved…
Leukemia after COVID-19: is there a link?
More than 500 million people have been diagnosed with COVID-19 since the end of 2019. Most people who develop COVID-19 have mild illness, but there is compelling evidence that people with certain health conditions like leukemia are at high…
ATAGI expands eligibility for fourth dose of COVID vaccine
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The Immunization Advisory Group is now recommending a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine for people with various immunocompromised…
Billie Eilish Gets Candid About Living With Tourette Syndrome and Why She Feels…
Billie Eilish shared what it's like to live with Tourette's syndrome and have tics. The 20-year-old Grammy Award winner spoke candidly about the neurological disorder, while appearing on David Letterman's show netflix talk show'My next…
Graduates Reflect on God’s Presence in Times Big and Small
At the CAPS ceremony, Brad Ingram CAPS'22 opened up about how he was told college probably wasn't for him after he was diagnosed with a learning disability in high school. Later, he felt called to pursue an education, but a program he was…
The application of non-invasive prenatal screening using cell-free DNA in general risk pregnancies
Newswise - BETHESDA, Md., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) has published its highly anticipated second evidence-based systematic review (SER): "The application of non-invasive…
How a young man from Greater Manchester who struggled with a severe stutter for years is using…
A young man from Manchester has taken to social media to prove to others that speech impairment shouldn't be holding you back. A young man from Manchester has gone viral on social media with videos about refusing to be held back by a…
Hancock County Sheriff’s Reserves Host First ‘Touch a Truck’ Event at Tomlinson…
Manchester's new volunteer firefighter, Malachi Stewart, prepares to let the children see inside the fire engine.
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Proteus syndrome in a young adolescent
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The different types of primary care providers
Your primary care provider is more than someone you visit once a year for a checkup – they're your trusted partner in health care and help navigate your well-being through life. of the different stages of life.
“Primary care providers…
Down Syndrome Research Conference in Long Beach • Long Beach Business Journal
The Trisomy 21 (T21) Research Society, the premier international nonprofit scientific organization dedicated to Down syndrome research, is hosting its 4th International Scientific Conference June 9-12 at the Westin Hotel Long Beach.…
Local contest-winning mom writes book inspired by son with Tourette syndrome – The Oakland…
Clarkston resident Anne Baldwin found herself like many of us during the COVID lockdown, homeschooling her sons Levi, 9, and Gus, 7, doing their homework virtually and hardly leaving the house. home. Baldwin began to feel depressed and not…
6 things this immunologist does every night to sleep better and boost her immune system
More than two years after the emergence of a pandemic, we are still dealing with outbreaks of Covid-19 - and that means building and maintaining a strong immune system should be a top priority.As an immunologist and functional medicine…
Determined teen does A-levels from her hospital bed after her body ‘shuts down’
A teenager refuses to let her chronic illness get in the way of her exams by taking her A-levels from her hospital bed. Ella McKee, 17, suffered years of pain, but the last fight saw her body "stop", her mother says. And while in the past!-->…
Down River Run 5K and 1.5 Mile Fun Walk are back
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The Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara is pleased to announce the return of The Down River Run 5K and 1.5 Mile Fun…
How Roe’s end would change prenatal care
Pregnancy, in the age of modern medicine, comes with a series of systematically recommended prenatal tests: at 11 weeks, a blood test and an ultrasound to check for conditions such as Down syndrome. At 15 weeks, another blood test, for…
Some suffer Covid-19 relapses after taking Pfizer antiviral
There have been more and more stories of people suffering from worsening Covid-19 symptoms shortly ... after completing their five-day course of Paxlovid, an antiviral drug made by Pfizer (Photo by Fabian Sommer/picture…
Marthe Gautier, “forgotten” from the discovery of trisomy 21, died
Marthe Gautier, a French doctor involved in the discovery of the extra chromosome that causes Down syndrome, passed away on Saturday, April 30. She was 96 years old. This is an opportunity for us to come back to this discovery and…
COVID-19 and intestinal parasites: risk or additional protection?
Parasitic infections of the intestines are usually caused by two types of organisms:Protozoa. These single-celled organisms can live and multiply inside your body. Infections caused by protozoa include giardiasis, an infection you can get…
The Incredible Journey – PharmaTimes Magazine May 2022
Hayley Scutts reflects on an inspiring and fearless journey to a nursing career - which started as a patient
My nursing journey began in 2014. By this time I…
Acute myeloid leukemia subtypes: FAB and WHO classifications
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is the The most common type of leukemia diagnosed in adults. The American Cancer Society estimates that 20,050 people will be diagnosed with AML in 2022.AML goes by many other names, such as:acute…
British Columbia to launch support centers for neurodiverse children but parents have many questions
Emerson and Amelia Nelson. Both have ADHD.Rochelle Hepworth/The Canadian PressBritish Columbia is set to launch one-stop support centers for children with issues like ADHD, autism and Down syndrome, but parents say promises of a no-wait…
Hundreds attend ‘Bans Off Our Bodies’ rally in Harrisburg
Hundreds of lawyers took to the steps of the Pennsylvania Capitol on Saturday, reacting to a leaked draft opinion showing the US Supreme Court is apparently set to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade…
Your Harlow
AFTER two long years, Razed Roof made a triumphant return to the Harlow Playhouse stage.
It was a showcase for much of their work. Some scenes of works created during the lockdown and some excerpts from previous shows.
It was a…
Signs and symptoms of brain tumor in parents whose baby boy’s behavior has been branded as…
Devastated parents have explained that doctors called their baby boy's behavior 'attention seeking' when he was actually suffering from a brain tumour.Three-year-old Arthur Ridout's parents have spent months begging doctors to take the…
Stem cell transplantation retains its position as the initial treatment for hematological…
In hematological malignancies, grafting has been used for more than 40 years, according to Robert J. Soiffer, MD. Today, transplantation remains the standard of care for many hematological malignancies, but in the near future, chimeric…
The global non-invasive prenatal testing market is expected to
BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The description: The non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) is a method to determine the risk of the mother's fetus being born with certain genetic abnormalities. NIPT is a safe and highly…
Garrett I. House, 42, of Watertown
Garrett I. House, Watertown, died on Sunday May 1, 2022 at his home at the age of 42.(Source: Funeral Home)WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) – Garrett I. House, Watertown, died Sunday, May 1, 2022 at his home at the age of 42.A call time will be…
CATALYST BIOSCIENCES, INC. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and…
Unless otherwise indicated, in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, references to
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Global FISH Molecular Testing Market Expected to Reach US$978.6 Million by 2027 | CAGR: 7.2%:…
Astute Analytica research predicts revenue growth for Global Molecular FISH Testing Market from US$645.2M in 2021 to US$978.6M by 2027. The market registers a CAGR of 7.2% over the forecast period 2022-2027. The market is primarily driven…
6 things you need to know about autism spectrum disorders
1 in 68 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's a lot of people, making ASD one of the most common developmental disabilities in the United States. But…
“Into the Night” is a unique theatrical collaboration • St Pete Catalyst
There's an extraordinary confluence of good stuff on stage this weekend at Studio Grand Central in St. Petersburg - a perfect storm of story, screenplay, positivity and performance skill.
In the night, an original play by…
SCOTUS opinion could put General Assembly in the driver’s seat on abortion rights
A leaked Supreme Court draft opinion signaling the High Court's move to strike down federal abortion protections has sparked new debate about abortion policy in Pennsylvania and underscored the role that State lawmakers could have in…
New prenatal genetic tests pose underappreciated ethical dilemmas
Imagine that you are a future parent. Just a few months into your pregnancy, you opt for easy genetic testing. One result comes back: The fetus is likely missing a piece of DNA at site 11.2 on the long arm of the 22nd chromosome, a…
Lakeview gets a new mosaic and neighbors can help lay its tiles
LAKEVIEW - A mosaic is being mounted on the side of a Lakeview building, and neighbors can help put it together.The mosaic will be installed on the south wall of the UPS store at 3501 N. Southport Ave. The drawing shows the "L" train…
This biomarker can predict your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers say they have discovered that a biomarker detected in the blood could indicate the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Deaths related to Alzheimer's disease have increased by more than 30% between 1999 and 2019. There is no…
What happens in Tennessee if Roe v Wade is cancelled? Here is a guide
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion nationwide, according to a draft opinion obtained by Politico.The published draft has sparked a fierce new round of controversy surrounding…
GiGiFIT Run-Walk for Inclusion at Milwaukee’s Lake Park
2022 Milwaukee GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge As the weather tries to warm up, running and walking events return to Milwaukee. A Sunday morning, the 1st of May, supports a special group of people. The GiGiFIT Run-Walk event at Lake Park…
Inclusion can make a big difference in the lives of people living with Down syndrome in Nigeria
Thelma Chioma Abeku
I had a conversation with a mother whose son was born with Down syndrome and one of her biggest challenges was "people's insensitivity to her plight as a parent and her son's condition". She spoke of the time a stranger…
Unlock the mysteries of pain
If you visited in a doctor's office anytime in the past five decades, after having your blood pressure taken and your weight measured, you've probably been asked this seemingly innocuous question: "Do you…
Music Medicine Service Jason Isbell Performed at the Austin Library Last Night: Songwriter Delivers…
Jason Isbell performing at the Austin Central Library for a Children's Cancer Association / JoyRx fundraiser.…
Signs, causes, treatment and more
Adderall is a type of prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. If misused, however, the risk of Adderall addiction increases.Adderall is a prescription stimulant that contains…
Global Down Syndrome Foundation, National Down Syndrome Congress, and National Down Syndrome Society…
Prenatal Screening and Down Syndrome InformationThis important booklet is co-published by the three main national Down syndrome advocacy organizations - the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, the National Down Syndrome Congress and the…
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Measurement of the “wettability” of graphene and other 2D materials
(left) VSFG spectra of interfacial water show that a suspended OH peak (3600 cm-1) appears when graphene is more than 4 layers thick. (right) The calculated wettability of VSFG is plotted as a function of adhesion energy from…
Adge Pharmaceuticals partners with Cyan Bio of Korea to advance treatments for rare pediatric…
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Adge Pharmaceuticals ("Adge") has entered into a licensing agreement with Korea-based Cyan Bio, Inc. ("Cyan"). Cyan will receive exclusive rights to commercialize elocalcitol in key…
Neutralizing monoclonal antibodies in COVID-19: a case series in general medicine
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Dtsch Med Wochenschr. 2022 Apr;147(9):558-563. doi: 10.1055/a-1799-1594. Published online April 25, 2022.
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BACKGROUND: Neutralizing monoclonal antibodies (mAB) against SARS-CoV-2…
local mother takes care of her “little miracle” | News
Every mother will say her child is one in a million. For a local mother, Krystal Bavis, her son, Noah, is…
Watch Mark Tremonti Cover Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me To The Moon” Backed by Members…
Following the announcement last month of the release of a collection of Frank Sinatra blankets to support NDSS (National Down Syndrome Society), Grammy Award- winning musician, producer, songwriter and founding member of hard rock…
New AAP Guidelines for Patients with Down Syndrome
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CDC: Four people infected with version of coronavirus seen in mink – Consumer Health News
TUESDAY, April 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- At least four people in Michigan infected with a version of the coronavirus found primarily in mink are the first known cases of possible animal-to-human transmission of the virus in the United…
Swindon man to represent South West in Queen’s Commonwealth relay
Sam Russell Pierce of Swindon has been chosen to represent the South West in the Queen's Baton Relay at this year's Commonwealth Games. He has been praised for his charitable fundraising and positive awareness of Down syndrome after!-->…
Mum says ‘nothing has changed’ after daughter starves to death in hospital
Laura Jane Booth was born with a rare genetic condition known as partial trisomy 13, which meant she had an extra extra chromosome 13, instead of twoLaura Booth died at Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield (Image: PA)The family of a!-->…
Study raises questions about popular genetic test for ‘abnormal’ embryos
But the new study also shows the limits of transferring such embryos. A large majority of the 144 embryos transferred by the group had only one or two chromosomal abnormalities, but the transfers resulted in 11 miscarriages in addition to…
Launch of a mammoth tractor race in London
ALL TOGETHERSian Flatley is driving her tractor from London to Cong next week.Michael GallagherAn 18-year-old woman from Knock will drive her 65-year-old tractor from London to Cong via Belfast…
Michael Sullivan Honored as a Lightning Community Hero
TAMPA BAY — The Tampa Bay Lightning honored Michael Sullivan as a Lightning community hero tonight during the first period of tonight's game against the Detroit Red Wings. Sullivan, who received a $50,000 donation from the Lightning…
Cardiovascular complications following COVID-19 are rare in children and young adults
Cardiac complications in children with COVID-19 are rare, but case reports have noted cardiogenic shock, myocarditis, pericarditis, and arrhythmias.A new scientific statement has called for more research into the treatment and management of…
“It is the day to live.” The region basks back in the atmosphere of Patriots Day.
It was a day of renewal in more ways than one. Nine years after the Boston Marathon bombing, a woman, Adrianne Haslet, who lost a leg in the attack, ran the race. Henry Richard also ran to honor the memory of his younger brother, Martin,…
Why Music Videos Present a Unique Opportunity for Disability Inclusion
Poster for Delta Spirit's What's Done is Done which debuted at SXSW 2022
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Over the past few years, the issue of the representation of people with disabilities and the inclusion of more disabled talent…
94 people from a New Jersey high school have developed brain tumors – and no one knows why
colonial high schoolGoogle Maps After nearly 100 people who attended the same New Jersey high school develop rare brain tumors, a former student and cancer survivor demands answers.Environmental scientist Al Lupiano is among 94 former…
Actors With Down Syndrome To Star In Hallmark Romance Movie
Two actors with Down syndrome will make their debut in an upcoming romance on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
The network said it was "diversifying" content, according to ETstarting with "Color My World With…
Albertonians celebrate World Down Syndrome Day
The CoffeeBean Café, together with the Down Syndrome Association Gauteng (TDSAG), recently organized a two-day Down Syndrome awareness campaign for children and adults with Down Syndrome to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD).
It was…
Huddersfield girl, 8, with ‘dementia-like’ syndrome is ‘the happiest child you can…
The father of a terminally ill girl who has just a few years to live has said she is the happiest girl alive despite all her troubles. Isla Sykes, eight, from Linthwaite, suffers from Sanfilippo Syndrome, a rare condition that manifests!-->…
Genetic testing can play a role in predicting your health risks
A clean life isn't all it's made out to be. Not drinking, not smoking, exercising regularly, and cutting out late-night snacking are a bit overrated. Good habits can help achieve good health, of course, but it's not that simple.Genetics…
Heart problems after COVID-19 rare in children and young adults, more research needed –…
Heart complications are rare, but treatable for children and young adults after COVID-19 illness or SARS-CoV-2 infection, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association that details what has been learned about…
Families walk to celebrate chromosomal differences
PITT COUNTY, NC (WITN) – Families in eastern North Carolina took advantage of the blustery weather on Sunday by marching to celebrate differences and raising money for Down syndrome awareness.The North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance held…
everest: rendezvous with Everest for a 7-year-old child with Down syndrome | Indore News
Indore: To change the perception towards those with special needs in addition to exploring the option of trekking for children with Down syndrome, Aditya Tiwari, a software engineer based in the city, is ready to climb the southern base…
The community comes together for the 5th annual Step Up for Down Syndrome
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - "Today is about celebrating people with Down syndrome, our self-advocates," said Western Slope program coordinator Stephanie Bonnie. "Bringing families together, meeting new friends, dancing, doing crafts,…
A Shift from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance – The Durango Herald
April is National Autism Acceptance Month.
The 30-day period that was previously known as Autism Awareness Month began in 1970. Ironically, specific criteria for diagnosing autism were!-->…
Kawasaki disease and SARS-CoV-2: understanding the association
When the COVID-19 pandemic began in early 2020, researchers reported an increase in cases of Kawasaki disease, a disease that causes widespread inflammation in children under 5 years old. Although the cause of Kawasaki disease is unclear,…
Damage to pacemaker cells may explain arrhythmia
Share on PinterestSARS-CoV-2 can infect pacemaker cells, causing rhythm problems. the_burtons/Getty ImagesSpecialized cells in the heart that regulate its rhythm can be selectively infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19,…
Fine-tune your dance moves for the upcoming ‘Legally Blonde’ musical | Entertainment
This week I'm fully engrossed in perfecting my dance moves, dialogue, lyrics and accent for the upcoming…
Down syndrome bill ‘very weak’ and potentially divisive, say self-advocates – Disability…
Campaigners with learning disabilities have raised serious concerns about a 'very weak' and potentially divisive bill that has been passed by parliament and aims to improve support for people with Down syndrome.
MPs and their peers have…
Diagnosis, causes, prognosis and more
Did you know that your baby's genetic makeup was determined at conception? From the moment the sperm met the egg, your little one's genetic code, DNA, began to form. It is made up of 23 pairs of chromosomes. Sometimes, however, extra…
Gut bacteria may contribute to drug resistance
Share on PinterestNew rodent research suggests gut bacteria may interfere with the effectiveness of blood pressure medications. Paul Linse/Getty ImagesNearly half of all adults in the United States suffer from high blood pressure.For about…
Prenatal Testing and Newborn Screening Market Mergers and Acquisitions, Industry Drivers, Restraints…
The Global prenatal screening and neonatal screening market The report presents comprehensive information covering relevant data for businesses and investors for the period 2020-2027. The report studies the historical data of the…
On Middle Abbey Street, a venue’s marquee conceals a cheerful work of art
An overview of the terrain. Photo by Michael Lanigan.
In the evening, the lights come on behind the retro marquee that hangs above the entrance to the Academy on Middle Abbey Street.
These days, the garish whiteboard announces upcoming…
How a furious comeback gave Kansas its fourth NCAA men’s title
NEW ORLEANS – As the Kansas players sadly left the Superdome floor at halftime Monday night, down 15 points, mired in fouls and stunned by a powder blue North Carolina hurricane, David McCormack was all to smile.The Jayhawks' hulking senior…
Evaluation and management of soft ultrasound markers for aneuploidy
Soft markers are minor ultrasound findings identified mid-trimester that usually do not represent a structural abnormality. These may be normal variants but are notable for their association with an increased risk of aneuploidy. Commonly…
Local mom helps SB647 come to life as a disability rights advocate | Journal-news
MARTINSBURG — In Gov. Jim Justice's handwriting, a copy of Senate Bill 647 read, "To Kendall, with all my…
New genetic test for difficult neurological diseases
WE understood the hereditary nature of diseases such as haemophilia For thousands of years. However, it was not until the last century that scientists discovered the basic mechanism.
DNA is a long sequence of basic molecules, A, T, C and…
Villanova overthrows Houston to reach the Final Four
SAN ANTONIO — Saturday's round of 16 between No. 2 seed Villanova and No. 5 seed Houston was reminiscent of college basketball games played decades ago: two stubborn, devouring defensive juggernauts from rebounds scraping, clawing and…
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What is meant by intellectual disability
The term Intellectual Disability replaces the clinical category formerly called “mental retardation”.
It is the most common developmental disability of intellectual functions.
It is a…