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Stroke Intensive PT Helps Stroke Survivors Regain Arm Function By article The key to regaining arm function after suffering a stroke is to spend more time in an intensive physical therapy … Read More→
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Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementias Medical Marijuana May Not Be Effective in Treating Symptoms of Dementia By article A study done in the Netherland suggests that medical marijuana pills may not help treat behavioral symptoms of dementia such … Read More→
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_ Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementias Work Intellectually Demanding Jobs Can Extend Life of Early-Dementia Patients By article Intellectually demanding jobs may help people live longer after developing early-onset dementia, researchers say. “[Our] study suggests that having a … Read More→