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“Huntington’s Disease: Exploring the Genetic Link and Path Forward”
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Overview Chronic Progressive Hereditary Chorea, or better known as Huntington’s Disease, is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder affecting 3-7 of every 100,000 people in the United States and 2-10 of every 100,000 in the world. This disease is characterized by a slow decline in mental and motor functions, ultimately leading to…
Heartbeats at a Snail’s Pace: Bradycardia Simplified
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Overview Bradycardia is a heart condition in which the heart rate is slower than normal. A normal heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute, while those with bradycardia have a heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute. It is important to note that bradycardia can be considered normal;…
How Spina Bifida Affects Child Development, and How It’s Treated
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Overview Spina bifida is a spine condition that is usually found at birth. The term translates to “split spine,” and what happens is a part of the neural tube fails to develop correctly. Though the severity differs from case to case, this disease can cause problems with the spinal cord,…