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Parkinson's Disease: Market Analysis and Forecasts, 2008-2012, 2017 & 2022
Visiongain is proud to announce the release of the brand new report "Parkinson's Diseases Market Analysis." In 2006, the global sales of PD therapeutics were $3.1bn up by 11% from $2.5bn in 2005. - May 15, 2009 - visiongain
College Workshops Help Teachers Handle Tourette Syndrome in the Classroom
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome hosts college workshops designed to inspire and educate teachers on helping students with special needs. - March 28, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
New Daily Persistent Headache is Special Focus of Neurologist at Michigan Head•Pain & Neurological Institute
Neurologist and headache specialist will focus on distinctive and disabling condition. - February 27, 2009 - Michigan Head Pain & Neurological Institute
New Study Reveals HAPPYneuron Online Cognitive Training Exercises Improve Brain Performance
New study using scientifically validated program, HAPPYneuron, is evidence of the positive impact of online cognitive training. - January 23, 2009 - Happy Neuron
LegalView Informs Brain Injury Victims of Important Study That May Lead to Increase in TBI Treatments and Therapies
LegalView recently alerted traumatic brain injury victims of a new study to be completed over the next five years, which is responsible for developing improved rehabilitation therapies for TBI patients. The study will be lead by several health facilities across the U.S. and Canada. - January 16, 2009 - LegalView
LegalView Features New Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Information for U.S. Soldiers Using Diver’s Therapy for Victims
LegalView recently updated its traumatic brain injury information portal with a potential new treatment that is being examined by researchers and may assist U.S. soldiers suffering from brain injury. The treatment is often used on a condition known as diver’s bends, but may be useful among TBI patients. - January 01, 2009 - LegalView
Inspirational Speaker Michael Segal Releases First CD -- Possible CD Features Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Humor and the Music of The O’Neill Brothers
Shooting victim Michael Segal releases inspirational CD containing stories of hope, humor and inspiration. Music by The O'Neill Brothers. - December 24, 2008 - Lone Star Sound
Dr. Rosenfeld Has Posted a New Article at His Website: the "Controversy" of ADHD
Many mistruths are perpetrated about the diagnosis of ADHD, particularly on the internet. The article written explores some of these "controversial" issues. Issues touched upon include ADHD testing, diagnosis, and treatment. - December 20, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld
NJCTS Leads the Effort in Tourette Syndrome Genetic Research
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome is a collaboration among TSANJ, Rutgers University and health professionals across N.J. - December 12, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
LegalView Updates Brain Injury Site with Information on TBI Disabled Soldier’s Family
LegalView recently updated its traumatic brain injury (TBI) blog to include information on the story of one soldier’s family who have taken on the role of caregivers. Physicians believe that the signature wound of soldiers returning from Iraq is a traumatic brain injury, which impacts friends and family, often turning them into care providers. - December 02, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Publishes Information on a New Brain Injury Treatment Method Utilizing Computerized Cognitive Training
LegalView recently updated its traumatic brain injury information portal with news of a new treatment method using computerized cognitive training. The new treatment methods are being researched by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as well as other companies and are attempting to repair brain injured patients by using computers. - December 02, 2008 - LegalView
A Concise and Visual Reference for Neurosurgeons Published in Conjunction with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Every year approximately 30,000 patients in the United States suffer from a ruptured cerebral aneurysm. And according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), up to six percent of the population may have an unruptured one. Managing such a serious medical condition poses... - November 26, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
LegalView Reports of New Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Study Publishing Positive Results for Brain-Injured Victims
LegalView recently reported of a new treatment study for patients of TBI. The study found that when oxygen was administered therapeutically to brain-injured victims cognitive recovery improved. - November 21, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Reports on Potential Link Between Children with TBI and the Development of ADHD
LegalView recently informed traumatic brain injury (TBI) blog readers of a medical link found between children who have suffered from TBI and an increased risk of developing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). According to the British Medical Journal, TBI may also be the result of children's "risk-taking characteristics" associated with an ADHD diagnosis. - November 14, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Reports on Rare Traumatic Brain Injury Condition That Could Cause Complete Paralysis of a Victim
LegalView recently used its traumatic brain injury blog to report of a severely debilitating condition that can be derived from a brain injury and may cause complete paralysis of a patient. The condition is known as locked-in syndrome, and while it is rare, there is no cure available for current and future victims. - October 31, 2008 - LegalView
Teacher Workshop to Focus on Tourette Syndrome
The organization behind the world's first TS DNA sharing repository presents a teacher workshop in Morris County, N.J. - October 15, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Tech Coast Angels Closes Series A Financing for AgileNano -- Funds Will Support R&D and Commercial Development for Nanotechnology-Based Energy Absorbing Material
San Diego Tech Coast Angels announced that the group has funded a Series A round for AgileNano, a San Diego-based company developing proprietary technologies to minimize military injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting from explosions, and to increase comfort and protection of sporting equipment such as shoes and helmets. - October 08, 2008 - Tech Coast Angels San Diego
Announcing Expansion of Neuropsychological Testing practice: Including the Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders - Inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, Etc.
Announcing expansion of neuropsychological testing practice. Including the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders - inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, etc. Dr. Rosenfeld is a licensed New York State Psychologist with extensive background and experience in neuropsychological testing of... - September 14, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld
LegalView Posts Details of Heroic Marine Now Struggling with Traumatic Brain Injury
LegalView informed its traumatic brain injury blog readers of an award-winning and heroic marine who was forced to return home early because of the severity of his TBI ailments. The marine requested to stay at his post and "help finish the job," but because of his injuries he will be returning home in spring 2009. - August 17, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Informs Mesothelioma Blog Readers with Details on Asbestos: Silent Killer of American Veterans Dating Back to World War II
LegalView informed mesothelioma blog readers of a silent killer of American soldiers and veterans besides traumatic brain injury (TBI). Mesothelioma cancer has likely affected thousands of American veterans, even dating back to World War II navy veterans. - August 17, 2008 - LegalView
New Book Shares Real Stories of Coping, Living with Alzheimer’s
Monica Vest Wheeler, an author and storyteller from central Illinois, has released her new book, “Alzheimer's, Dementia & Memory Loss: Straight Talk for Families & Caregivers.” In this book, Wheeler presents caregivers with an inside look at how real families cope with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss. - July 30, 2008 - BF Press
LegalView Updated Its Traumatic Brain Injury Blog with Results of Brain Injury Victim Critical Care Study
LegalView provided links and information to several studies regarding traumatic brain injury treatment and critical care. The information that spans from 1995 to 2006 is considered a breakthrough because patients were monitored and critical care providers interviewed to improve treatment results. - June 17, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Expands Its Extensive Traumatic Brain Injury Information Portal to Assist Victims of a Brain Injury Accident
LegalView re-launched its traumatic brain injury (TBI) information portal to provide a detailed and more comprehensive site for victims of TBI. In America, TBI affects millions of individuals each year, many of which go untreated and thus further their risk of serious side effects. - June 12, 2008 - LegalView
Trichotillomania "Trich" Sufferers Gain Support and Hair Help from TheSecretMane Salon
Charlene Blacer, owner of The Secret Mane Salon, helps people struggling with Trichotillomania to regain their natural hair and their confidence. - June 09, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
LegalView Updates Traumatic Brain Injury Information Portal with Additional Information on Causes of the Debilitating Injury
LegalView recently announced it would be updating its traumatic brain injury (TBI) information portal to include information on causes of the incapacitating injury that affects millions of Americans each year. - June 01, 2008 - LegalView
Device Promises to Heal the World's Sleep Problems
Those seeking better sleep without drugs look to technology that guarantees deeper, more recuperative sleep and enhanced daytime productivity. - March 09, 2008 - EarthPulse Tech, LLC
Anavex Advances Drug Candidate for Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease
Results from animal model testing demonstrate ANAVEX 1-41 has significant neuroprotective and anti-amnesic benefits. - January 16, 2008 - Anavex Life Sciences Corp.
Hooligans Attack Epilepsy Patients During Epilepsy Awareness Month
Hooligans attack epilepsy support forum in an attempt to induce seizures amongst the members. - November 19, 2007 - coping-with-epilepsy.com
National Conference on Nonverbal Learning Disorders, November 2 & 3 Stamford, CT
“This is an opportunity for everyone affected by NLD to learn more about the diagnosis and effective interventions and promote collaboration among service providers,” said Patricia Carrin, President of the Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association, a non-profit organization based in Simsbury, CT. “It is also a chance to meet others who are dealing with these challenges on a day-to-day basis.” - October 13, 2007 - Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association
Sleep Study Suggests Magnetic Sleep Machine Promotes Deeper Sleep and Reduces Fibromyalgia Pain
Somnogram shows Sleep on Command™ Delta-rhythm magnetic signals help promote slow-wave, Delta-stage sleep throughout the night resulting in remarkable daytime pain relief in subject with fibromyalgia pain. - August 20, 2007 - EarthPulse Tech, LLC
Cambridge Who’s Who Inducts Angelia L. Smiley Into Executive and Professional Registry
Cambridge Who’s Who Registry of Executives and Professionals recognizes Angelia Smiley, LPC for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of healthcare. - August 17, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Bio-Synthesis Releases Updated Description for Peptide Synthesis
Peptides are complex molecules and each peptide sequence is unique with regard to its chemical and physical properties. Peptides are synthesized by the solid-phase method using Fmoc chemistry on an Omega 396 multiple peptide synthesizer from Advanced ChemTech. - June 01, 2007 - Bio-Synthesis Inc.
Weekly Monitor Drug and Diagnostic Development in Neurodegenerative Diseases
HiTIS - life science & biotech intelligence, a European life sciences industry focused competitive intelligence firm, recently launched Neurodegenerative Diseases Therapeutics & Diagnostics Competitive Intelligence Weekly - November 30, 2006 - HiTIS - Life Science & Biotech Intelligence
Neura.net Alerts Neurology Professionals to Neurodegenerative Disease News, Resources
Neurology professionals now have access to a valuable new online resource with http://www.neura.net, a comprehensive online portal that provides a range of information on degenerative diseases of the central nervous system, including multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson’s disease. - March 03, 2006 - Neura.net