Physical activity | Autism | How cancer spreads | Arthritis | ALS

Physical activity | Autism | How cancer spreads | Arthritis | ALS

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Staying Active at Any Size

Ready to lose weight? Find motivation for swimming, walking, lifting weights, and more! (From NIH’s NIDDK)

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Recognizing the Signs of Autism

Learn to spot the possible signs of autism and how doctors diagnose children and adults. (From NIH’s NIMH)

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How Cancer Cells Spread

Check out the animated video showing how cancer cells can spread from one part of the body to another. (From NIH News in Health)

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Painful Joints?  

Ask your doctor if you have painful and swollen joints and you think you may have rheumatoid arthritis. You’ll have a better outlook if you start treatment soon after problems appear. (From NIH News in Health) 

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Potential Method of Tracking ALS Progression 

Researchers have identified a substance in urine that may prove useful for detecting whether an individual’s ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is getting worse. (From NIH Research Matters)