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UW-Madison Studies Vision Treatment for Albinism

UW-Madison studies vision treatment for albinism A treatment being studied at UW-Madison could change the prognosis. Ellie is among nine patients who have taken dopamine, a drug for Parkinson's disease, to see if it improves their vision. People with albinism have retinas that are deficient in … Read more on La Crosse Tribune Affordable Care Act: Treating the mind and body as equals All the months that Teresa McConnell went without treatment for depression, she basically was homebound. "I could barely go to the store," said the … "Being depressed and stressed out and anxious is not a good place to be." New Yorkers are somewhat … Read more on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Read more... ...

Addiction – Sara Haze

  Addiction – Sara Haze – Music Video by Sara Haze.   Lindsay Lohan returns to rehab… but it's just for the Eastbound and Down … And Lindsay Lohan returned to the rehab facility for her role as Shayna Powers on Sunday's series finale of Eastbound & Down. The troubled 27-year-old and Alexander Skarsgard made cameos as the adult children of Kenny Powers (Danny McBride) on the … Read more on Daily Mail Read more... ...

Catholic Youth Programs: Top 20 Famous Quotes From Kofi Anna

Kofi Anna is known for not only his role as secretary-general of the United Nations but also his opposition to the 2003 invasion of Iraq and to Iran’s nuclear program. Here are top 20 famous quotes from the Ghanaian diplomat that you may be interested in. “To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there.” “Ignorance and prejudice are the handmaidens of propaganda. Our mission, therefore, is to confront ignorance with knowledge, bigotry with tolerance, and isolation with the outstretched hand of generosity. Racism can, will, and must be defeated.” Read more... ...

Police Say Taylor Shot First in Wonder Wand Gunfight

Police say Taylor shot first in Wonder Wand gunfight The medications are used to treat a variety of medical conditions, such as pain, muscle spasms and hypertension, as well as anxiety, insomnia, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, panic disorder, ADHD and PTSD, according to the manufacturers … Read more on The Daily Telegram Rare 'Walking Dead' Disease Said to Be Linked to Herpes Drug Some have linked it to depression, others to bipolar disorder. Most recently, two Swedish doctors say they see a connection between Cotard's syndrome and a herpes medicine. “Together with my colleague Thomas Linden, I've found almost ten examples of … Read more on Wall Street Journal (blog) Read more... ...

Breakdown: In Rural Minnesota, Mental Health Safety Net Is in Limbo

...  In rural Minnesota, mental health safety net is in limbo Last summer, the 27-year-old grad student from St. Cloud State University suffered a severe manic episode brought on by bipolar disorder. He cycled through five outstate treatment centers, landing in police custody and handcuffs more than once … Read more on Minneapolis Star Tribune North Adams Vigil Brings Drug Prevention Groups Together Daunis said the prescription drug and heroin group has been developing informational brochures, advocating for treatment centers and seeking to educate people about the dangers of prescription drugs and opiods. It includes educating parents about the … Read more on iBerkshires.com Read ...

New Orleans Area Drinking Water Contaminated With Brain-Eating Amoeba

...  parish water system have tested positive for the parasite. Even eight years after Katrina, the population of those … Read more on Mintpress News Hennepin County sheriff: Lax marijuana enforcement is bad As sheriff of Hennepin County, I am concerned that legalization of marijuana in other states and reduced federal prosecution will increase the availability of marijuana in Minnesota. I have seen firsthand in … In the Hennepin County Adult Detention … Read more on Minneapolis Star Tribune Read ...

Utilize Health Founder Draws on Experience to Connect Patients, Therapies

...  "I've been able to help a lot of patients that way, but I'm only one person … Read more on Upstart Recovering from stroke, Robert Robinson to offer new 'Lullabies' CD He's been working with a physical therapist, who has counseled him on diet and exercise. Robinson has dropped 48 pounds, with more to go. He's having trouble walking so he uses a walker or a wheelchair. But he's still performing and promises to be at … Read more on Minneapolis Star Tribune (blog) Read ...