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Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship: Top Application Tips
Prepare a strong Hydrocephalus Association (HA) Scholarship application with key tips to stay organized, plan ahead, and submit your best work.
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HA Receives $100,000 Gift to Advance Research on the Neuropsychological and Cognitive Impacts of Hydrocephalus
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is honored to recognize the extraordinary generosity of Tessa van der Willigen and Jonathan Walters, and David and Lisa Browdy, whose $100,000 commitment will fund two additional Neuropsychology and Cognition Awards over the next two years.
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Government Benefits for People Living with Hydrocephalus
Learn how government benefits support people with hydrocephalus through financial assistance, medical coverage, and programs that help improve daily life.
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Tips for Navigating the Holidays With Hydrocephalus
Navigating the holidays with hydrocephalus can be challenging. Learn tips for managing symptoms, reducing stress, and finding meaningful ways to celebrate.
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Body Image and Scars: Living with Hydrocephalus
Scars from hydrocephalus surgery can impact body image and confidence. This article explores why scars can feel overwhelming and how to rebuild self-acceptance.
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Announcing the 2025 Neuropsychology & Cognition Award Recipients
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is proud to announce the awardees of the 2025 Neuropsychology &…
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Attitude of Gratitude: Staying Positive with NPH
Attitude of Gratitude: Dorothy embraces life with NPH and other health challenges, turning obstacles into opportunities for gratitude and growth
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Emotional Impact of Chronic Pain: Finding Acceptance
Emotional impact of chronic pain can feel overwhelming. Explore ways to heal emotionally, embrace acceptance, and live with renewed purpose.
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Dating With Hydrocephalus: Confidence and Boundaries
Learn how to approach dating with hydrocephalus—build confidence, set healthy boundaries, and create relationships grounded in trust and self-love.
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Announcing the 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Accelerator Award Recipient
The Hydrocephalus Association is excited to announce the recipient of our 2025 Accelerator Award, which…
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Hydrocephalus versus NPH: What’s the Difference?
Many people under 60 think they have NPH—but it’s almost always seen in older adults. Learn the real causes of symptoms and how to get the right diagnosis.
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The Hydrocephalus Scoop on Capitol Hill — October 2025
We hope you’re hanging in there. It’s been a tough few weeks in D.C., and we wanted to give you a quick update on what’s happening in Congress and how it might affect our hydrocephalus community—especially when it comes to healthcare access and telehealth.
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Growing Up with Hydrocephalus: Finding My Own Timeline
Growing up with hydrocephalus taught Jenna to let go of expectations and embrace her own pace on a path that’s uniquely hers.
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Announcing our 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients!
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is pleased and honored to announce our 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients.
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Hydrocephalus in High School: Coping with Chronic Pain
Growing up with hydrocephalus in high school meant facing chronic pain, self-advocacy, and learning to trust your body when others didn’t believe you.
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Hydrocephalus Association Elevates the Patient Voice on the Global Stage
HA was proud to represent the patient community at the Hydrocephalus Society World Congress in Toulouse, France, September 2025.
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Podcast: The Search for the Silver Lining: Melissa & Abagail’s Hydrocephalus Story
Melissa joins the podcast to share Abagail’s hydrocephalus journey, reflecting on resilience, advocacy, and finding laughter along the way.
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Podcast: Helping Children with Hydrocephalus Thrive with Neuropsychologist Dr. Jennifer Queally
In our podcast, neuropsychologist Dr. Jennifer Queally shares how hydrocephalus impacts learning and offers strategies for kids to thrive.
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Older adults with hydrocephalus benefit from shunt surgery
A treatment trial improved gait speed, cognition and bladder control in older patients with the brain-fluid condition.
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Brain shunt surgery improves walking and quality of life in older adults with hydrocephalus
Implanting a brain shunt in older people diagnosed with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) is effective in improving their symptoms, a randomized, double-blinded, multi-center patient trial shows.
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