Therapeutic Resources Blog
Researchers find major clue toward Alzheimer’s cure
July 10, 2014
Brain hyperactivity caused by protein binding may be important factor in disease’s development: Israeli team Researchers at Tel Aviv University believe they have tracked down one of the main reasons for the seizures, memory loss and cognitive impairment that Alzheimer’s patients suffer. Following up on the finding may show the way toward a cure for the debilitating disease that hobbles millions of seniors Read More »
Parents of children with autism are likely to have similar traits, new study finds
July 9, 2014
Scientists have shown for the first time that the parents of children with autism are more likely to have autistic traits. Such traits could be an adult just being a little bit too repetitive or more focused on details than usual. Read More »
Study: 6,000 steps a day keeps knee OA limitations away
July 8, 2014
Walking 6,000 steps or more each day might protect adults at risk of knee osteoarthritis from developing mobility issues, such as difficulty getting up from a chair and climbing stairs, according to a new study. Read More »
Education Dept. Issues New Special Ed Rules
July 7, 2014
The Education Department announced that it will begin to look at graduation rates, test scores and other measures of academic performance to help determine if states are meeting the needs of students with disabilities. Read More »