Columbus, OH

Everyday Health

If you notice changes in the typical symptoms associated with COPD, it may be a sign of an exacerbation, or of disease progression.

7 Signs Your COPD Is Getting Worse

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Douglas, GA

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

San Diego, CA

Researchers at the University of California San Diego discovered that an unusually large brain could be the first sign of autism, potentially detectable in as early as the first trimester. Some children with autism face severe, enduring challenges including developmental delays, social difficulties, and possibly an inability to speak. Meanwhile,...

Scientists May Have Discovered the First Sign of Autism: An Unusually Large Brain

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Chicago, IL

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

MRI shows that women who have their ovaries removed before menopause have reduced white matter integrity in multiple regions of the brain later in life, according to research published June 20 in Alzheimer’s & Dementia. A team led by Michelle Mielke, PhD, from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC,...

MRI shows ties between ovary removal and brain function later in life

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Medically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmDMedically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmDMuscle relaxers are a group of medications that relax and reduce muscle tension (spasms). They also help decrease the pain associated with stiff and rigid muscles (spasticity). Muscle relaxers are useful for managing medical conditions that cause muscle stiffness and preventing the movement of muscles during surgery. Muscle relaxers are prescription medications available in oral or injectable forms. While the relaxers are typically tolerable for most people, their use may require strict medical supervision due to the associated possible risks.What Do Muscle Relaxers Do? There are two ways muscle relaxers can relax...

Uses and Side Effects of Muscle Relaxers

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Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

A brain tumor can feel like many other medical conditions and may cause a variety of symptoms. Brain tumors can be cancerous or non-cancerous and may not initially cause symptoms. The most common symptoms of a brain tumor include headaches, dizziness, seizures, or vision changes. The effects can vary based...

What Does a Brain Tumor Feel Like?

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Norfolk, VA

Cheryl E Preston

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

A new study has uncovered an important factor behind the varied outcomes observed in children with autism. Researchers at the University of California San Diego found that differences in the biological development of the brain during the first weeks and months of embryonic growth play a significant role in the severity of autism symptoms later in life.

Autism severity rooted in embryonic brain growth, study suggests

Denver, CO

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Opinion: Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Stiff-person syndrome has gotten a lot of attention since Celine Dion announced in 2022 that she had been diagnosed with the neurological disorder. The iconic singer has made few public appearances and statements since then, but when she does it often raises questions about what stiff-person syndrome is and how it's treated.

Stiff-Person Syndrome Is More Painful Than You Think — Here's What to Know

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disorder that is characterized by fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigability. While symptoms are heterogenous, among the most common in this disorder are extraocular or levator palpebrae muscle dysfunction, accompanied by weakness of the muscles of the face and neck; these often translate into drooping eyelids, double vision, and changes in facial expression.

Respiratory Failure May Be the Initial Manifestation of Myasthenia Gravis

Fibromyalgia and sleep apnea both disrupt nighttime sleep. Chronic pain from fibromyalgia can affect your ability to fall or stay asleep. Sleep apnea can increase symptoms of fibromyalgia. Are you finding yourself waking up frequently in the night and having a hard time getting up in the morning? Is fatigue...

The Link Between Fibromyalgia and Sleep Apnea

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex condition that affects millions worldwide, yet remains shrouded in mystery for many. This neurological disorder targets the central nervous system, leading to a range of symptoms that can vary wildly from person to person. Understanding MS is crucial, not just for those diagnosed but for everyone, as it fosters empathy and awareness. In this blog post, we'll unveil 12 key facts about MS, shedding light on its causes, symptoms, and impact on daily life. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a supportive friend or family member, or simply curious, these insights aim to demystify MS and provide a clearer picture of what living with this condition entails.

12 Facts About Multiple Sclerosis

Autism is popularly perceived as a genetic condition that impacts the functioning of various brain mechanisms. The amygdala theory of autism states that autistic individuals differ in the functioning of their amygdala. Researchers suggest more complex differences in a network of structures connected with the amygdala. The amygdala is a...

Autism and the Brain

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Discovery holds promise to restore function in people with paralysis and neurological diseases

COLUMBUS, OH (WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER) - Paralysis, multiple sclerosis, and ALS. These conditions impact millions of lives with little hope for improvement. But that may not...

Discovery holds promise to restore function in people with paralysis and neurological diseases

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