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Alternative medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The doctor said 'be happy.' Music therapy can help cancer patients do that

Cynthia Malaran found healing through music therapy after battling breast cancer, discovering its effectiveness in managing stress and emotions.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Saying thanks to the Trauma Team

Rebecca Levenberg thanked her caregivers for their life-saving support after a serious accident, emphasizing the long-lasting impact of their compassionate care and dedication.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Mother given 'lifeline' after made-to-order blood transfusion

A woman diagnosed with leukaemia was saved by a timely blood donation that temporarily acted as a replacement immune system.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'I was told I had between three and nine months to live'

"I was diagnosed in October 1982 at the Middlesex Hospital. It was incredibly winding."
London politics
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

Transplant patients meet in person for the first time at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia

"I just thought I have a perfectly healthy kidney, I could give someone else a completely new chance at life," said Bosack.
NYC parents
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Living with IBS: 'There's a long list of things that I can't eat'

In recognizing IBS Awareness Month, Georgina Croke recalls her initial symptoms at 21, linked to exam nerves, leading to missed college days due to her condition.
Mental health
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

These men put off doctor's visits again and again. Then came a tipping point

Men often postpone seeking medical help until symptoms become unbearable, as illustrated by Dan Somers' experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Despite my best efforts, my patient suffers. When we feel thwarted by nature all we can do is cling to hope | Ranjana Srivastava

"This plant has a presence. And a certain dignity. I can imagine holding a quiet dialogue with it."
Mental health
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

'Screen early': Bay Area woman with stage 4 colon cancer shares dire message

Colorectal cancer is increasingly deadly for those under 50, emphasizing the importance of awareness and prevention.
Cancer
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Rise in aggressive forms of cancer in younger adults prompts researchers to do a deeper dive

Younger adults are increasingly facing aggressive forms of cancer, previously more common in older age groups.
Wearables
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Two patients navigate the new Alzheimer's drugs

Two FDA-approved drugs (Leqembi and Kisunla) can slow Alzheimer's progression by over 25%, but results vary among individuals.
Cancer
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

When This Stanford Professor Got Cancer, He Decided to Teach a Class About It

Dr. Bryant Lin continues teaching despite his terminal lung cancer diagnosis, sharing personal insights and inspiring students.
Wellness
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Heart Failure Deaths Are Rising. New Treatments Could Help.

Heart failure can develop unnoticed and lead to severe health challenges, emphasizing the need for better awareness and timely treatment.
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