The Story of Stephen Hawking Who Survived ALS For 50 Years

The Story of Stephen Hawking Who Survived ALS For 50 Years

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Stephen Hawking is one of the most famous scientists of modern times. His name is most closely associated with the black hole area theorem or black hole. At the age of 21, Hawking was diagnosed with Amyothropic Lateral Sclerosis (Amyothropic Lateral Sclerosis).AS), a rare disease that attacks the nervous system in the … Read more

New study: Climate change affects brain health

New study: Climate change affects brain health

NewsBulukumba – Because, climate change not only affects the condition of the earth, but also human health. A recent study concluded an increase in ambient temperature make it worse brain health and nerve or neurological. Hospitalization for patients is getting higher. Likewise with death rate worldwide. Also Read: Spiderman fans must watch out for this … Read more

Patients with these 2 diseases are at risk of vitamin E deficiency

Patients with these 2 diseases are at risk of vitamin E deficiency

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Vitamin E including those that are fat-soluble and function as antioxidants and protect body cells from damage. The body can experience vitamin E deficiency although this is rare. Therefore, it is important to eat foods that contain vitamin E to meet the intake in the body. Nuts such as peanuts and almonds … Read more

Getting to Know Guillain Barre Syndrome, A Rare Side Effect of the AstraZeneca Vaccine

Getting to Know Guillain Barre Syndrome, A Rare Side Effect of the AstraZeneca Vaccine

Jakarta – Guillain Barre Syndrome (gee-YAH-buh-RAY) is a rare disorder in which the immune system attacks the system nerve. Quoted from Mayoclinic, the first symptoms are usually weakness and tingling. These symptoms can quickly spread and eventually paralyze the entire body. In its most severe form, Guillain Barre Syndrome is a medical emergency. Most people … Read more

The Blind Can See Thanks to Optogenetics, First Evidence in Humans

The Blind Can See Thanks to Optogenetics, First Evidence in Humans

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A man blind The 58-year-old from Brittany, France, has had a ray of light penetrate his vision thanks to a new gene therapy called optogenetics. Therapy through genetic engineering of nerve cells so that they can respond to incoming light. GenSight Biologics by French has published what has been done to a … Read more

Diabetes Symptoms Seen on Feet

Diabetes Symptoms Seen on Feet

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Diabetes type 2 appears to be relatively harmless if it weren’t for the threat of elevated blood sugar levels. However, persistently high blood sugar levels can cause damage to the feet. In sufferers type 2 diabetesThe hormone responsible for regulating the amount of blood sugar and insulin breaks down. This poses a … Read more

Causes and Ways to Overcome Pinched Nerves

Causes and Ways to Overcome Pinched Nerves

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Pinched nerve or HNP (hernia nucleus pulposus) is a condition in which soft, gelatinous inter-spinal cushions protrude, pressing on surrounding nerves. Generally, HNP occurs on the lower back and neck. A pinched nerve complication that can occur is cauda equina syndrome. Symptoms include weakness in both legs, unable to feel touch, and … Read more

Simple Ways to Overcome Hiccups According to Doctors

Simple Ways to Overcome Hiccups According to Doctors

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Hiccup not always dangerous, but it can be very annoying. Hiccups occur when your diaphragm, the muscle that separates your lungs and stomach, suddenly contracts, says Melvin Look, a doctor and consultant surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. This contraction draws air into the lungs and if this occurs suddenly when your … Read more