Posts Tagged ‘brain’
Over 500 Adult Hydrocephalus Patients Enrolled in Registry
HA is proud to fund the AHCRN as they move research from bench to bedside to find new treatments, preventions and cures for adults living with hydrocephalus and NPH.
Read MoreHydrocephalus and Disability Benefits
The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides support to disabled individuals through two separate disability benefit Programs: SSI and SSDI. Learn more.
Read More2016 Innovator Award Announcement
The Hydrocephalus Association is pleased to announce the funding of three hydrocephalus researchers through the HA Network for Discovery Science (HANDS), Innovator Award.
Read MoreWhole Foods Features Cider With A Purpose
Jason Spears and his brother Patrick founded Locus Cider in March of 2015 inspired by real, tough people, a.k.a children with hydrocephalus.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Jamie Wright Advocates For Hydrocephalus Awareness
Imagine having a neurological condition that most people have never heard of. Jamie Wright is on a mission to educate others about hydrocephalus.
Read MoreNeurons – a brain superhighway!
This month’s Science Facts blog focuses on the neuron and it’s role in basic brain function. Helping you untangle complex concepts and language in research studies!
Read MoreHCRN Update: Biomarkers in Post Hemorrhagic Hydrocephalus
Dr. David Limbrick discusses his current research study which aims to develop a complementary tool to supplement the information from imaging in order to determine the best time to treat infants with post hemorrhagic hydrocephalus.
Read MoreBrushes with Mortality: 5 Lessons On Dealing with Hard Times
Rachel Katz, diagnosed with hydrocephalus at the age of 12, shares the transformational gift she received after her last shunt revision. Read her blog. Be inspired.
Read MorePresident Announces Funding for BRAIN Initiative
President Obama announced that he is proposing $100 million in federal research dollars toward a brain mapping initiative that will ultimately open the door to better treatment options for many brain conditions, including traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke.
Read MoreMaking Life Happen: Living Life with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
Meet Luke Russell, a freshman at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater who plans to major in marine biology with either a second major or a minor in psychology. He has spina bifida and hydrocephalus.
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