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Protein-substituting muscular dystrophy drug could be ‘available within five years’, says expert
Posted on 30 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
A researcher from Britain’s esteemed Oxford University has said that a new treatment for men and boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (MD) could be available in the UK within five years or less. Professor Kay Davies announced that trials of…
Doctors say diagnosing patients with dementia is “pointless” without proper support
Posted on 28 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
Frustrated leading doctors have hit out a Government drive to diagnose patients with dementia, calling it “pointless” unless the proper help is made available. Ministers were accused of caring more about “hitting targets” than providing support to those affected. The…
One in 400 people have the potential to develop Huntington’s disease
Posted on 27 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
More people than previously thought have the mutated gene that causes Huntington’s disease, scientists have said, although for many the odds of actually getting it are lower than estimated before. According to university researchers as many as one in 400…
Drug used to help control MS symptoms could benefit Parkinson’s disease patients
Posted on 23 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
Scientists have discovered that a common drug issued to multiple sclerosis (MS) patients could be used to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. The breakthrough comes after scientists discovered that people with both conditions suffered from a shortage of one…
Former BBC war correspondent speaks of her daily battle with MS
Posted on 21 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
One of the most familiar faces on BBC News has spoken of her determination and her fears after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) Veteran war reporter Caroline Wyatt announced earlier this month she had the neurological condition which affects…
Supplement and dementia test claims not backed by science
Posted on 20 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
Claims that some supplements can help prevent dementia or improve brain health are not backed up by science, according to experts. Watchdog Which? asked a group of people, including a doctor, professor of public health medicine, and a dietician, to…
Theory of Everything star turns to MND campaigning
Posted on 16 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
British actor Eddie Redmayne, who won an Oscar in 2015 for his portrayal of Professor Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything, is fronting a new charity campaign as part of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Awareness Month. The 34-year-old, who…
New blood test detects early Alzheimer’s disease with 100 per cent accuracy
Posted on 14 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
A new blood test can detect early Alzheimer’s disease with “unparalleled accuracy,” say scientists. The test, developed in the USA, boasted a 100 per cent success rate in trials involving more than 200 people. It uses the body’s immune response…
Air pollution a major risk factor for strokes
Posted on 13 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
The number of strokes which can be attributed to rising levels of air pollution has been underestimated, scientists have claimed. In a new survey led by experts in New Zealand, it has been suggested that a polluted atmosphere can have…
Painter who survived stroke channels creative energy into writing
Posted on 9 Jun 2016 by Enviva Care
A British painter and recent stroke survivor is channelling her creativity into new means in the face of adversity. 80-year-old artist, Valerie Sheppard, has been unable to paint since she suffered a stroke in 2015. But the passionate painter has…
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