Multiple systems atrophy is a rare and deadly brain disease that affects nearly every system in the body. While new research shows promise for the future, the cure won’t come in time to save Larry Baden, an MSA patient. He describes his experience living with the disease and how his outlook on life has changed since receiving the terminal diagnosis. 

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Can heart failure be reversed? Coffee may be the secret key to fighting cancer. How are you dealing with the winter blues?

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Though we’ve been studying twins for more than a century, there’s so much still unknown about this phenomenon. Dr. Nancy Segal discusses the facts, myths, and why the loss of a twin is often felt more deeply.

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The dietary supplement industry is huge, so you may be surprised to know that there’s very little FDA oversight for this category. In fact, most of its involvement comes after the products are already on the market. Dr. Cara Welch discusses the FDA’s involvement in this space and what to expect as the market evolves.

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How cancer hijacks our internal clock. Why we should be wary of dirt. Science may have found a cure for nightmares. Is alcohol ever good for you? 

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Millions of people die each year. And though many of us assume they’ll each be given a proper burial, the reality is much bleaker. Thousands of these bodies go unclaimed by family members and are left to the state. Our expert explains what happens to these people and how the states handle these situations. 

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We continue our deep dive into growth attenuation therapy. Our experts explain why parents may choose this path for their child, the gaps in care for people with profound disabilities, and how much of a voice the disabled community should have on this choice.

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Are high prices a barrier to preventing overdoses? Saliva may be the key to monitoring health. Do you feel fear?

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Have you ever looked at Mr. Monopoly and swore he used to have a monocle? Though you’d be wrong, you’re also not alone. Researchers have been studying this phenomenon of shared false memories across society. Our experts explain the leading research and what may be causing this collective experience. 

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Growth attenuation therapy is a highly controversial practice that’s used on kids with profound disabilities to keep them small their whole lives. Parents say it makes caregiving easier, but disability advocates argue it’s an infringement on human rights. Our experts dissect both sides of the argument.

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