When your body turns on itself

Article Abstract:

The prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Canada has fueled research on the causes and treatment of the disease. Among the latest breakthroughs is the biotech drug Betaseron which can delay the onset of MS symptoms in patients.

Care and treatment, Canada, Multiple sclerosis

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Newest heart ally: vitamins. Folic acid helps genetic risk factor

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Folic acid lowers homocysteine levels in individuals with two copies of a mutation in the MTHFR gene. Persons with two mutation copies suffer from a 30%-100% rise in homocystein levels and increased risks for heart attacks.

Risk factors, Heart attack, Folic acid

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Listening with your heart

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Psychosocial support can help women cope with metastatic breast cancer. These may come in the form of communications with family members, therapy or education about the cancer and treatment.

Evaluation, Services, Breast cancer, Social networks

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