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From telehealth to magnetic stimulation, innovative therapies provide alternatives At the end of the 19th century, it wasn’t uncommon for…
Chicago programs help young victims of trauma find their way forward “What happened to you?” Asking troubled children that question…
Families ride the roller-coaster of type 1 diabetes Managing type 1 diabetes is not easy — especially for kids. With…
Fighting against the stigma of mental illness and advocating for parity Moments after delivering her first child, a baby girl,…
Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy face the distressing prospect of losing their hair. But cold cap therapy can reduce hair loss…
Community groups take action to stop gun violence Guns are the worst thing that ever happened to black people,” says…
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For most kids, riding a bike around the neighborhood with your pals is a rite of passage. For 12-year-old Tim…
Some seizure sufferers who haven’t found relief from their anti-seizure medications or other therapies may benefit from innovative devices that…
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The decline in male sperm count and quality Take a closer look at a man’s sperm cells and you’ll learn…
The rise in mental health issues and what parents can do Fifteen-year-old Evan Wilson likes to play video games, draw…
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Social media is widely used for exchanging news, photos and opinions. But today, it’s also being used by patients to…
