Deaths prompt facility shutdown Dec 23, 2008
He suffered from cerebral palsy, bipolar disorder, depression and the nerve disorder Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, police said. "There was no sign of trauma to his body and nothing unusual was found during the autopsy," Livezey, said, adding that a cause of death is pending a toxicology report. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Family challenged by healthcare needs of disabled son, 14 Dec 22, 2008
Every day is a challenge for Anna and Aurelio Gumayagay as they care for their son who has severe cerebral palsy. Every day his lungs are congested and every day he's at risk of getting pneumonia. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Christmas Wishes: Readers share what their hearts most desire Dec 22, 2008
Kaison has Microcephaly, Cerebral Palsy, seizures, feeding issues, and hearing and vision impairments. All of these disabilities are due to a twin-to-twin transfusion while I was pregnant. (Longview Daily News, WA)
$24m in US aid to help wipe out beetles Dec 19, 2008
This week, the state awarded the contract to United Cerebral Palsy of Northeastern Maine. The Levinson Center, which opened in 1971, is the last of several former state-operated programs for children with mental retardation to be turned over to the private sector. (Boston Globe)
Defying odds, continuing their dreams Dec 19, 2008
Jennie was born with cerebral palsy. The Lewisburg woman said, due to the condition, she was born with a lack of oxygen to her brain, causing a portion of it to die. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Warriors' work starts now Dec 19, 2008
That led to Perry suffering from Erb's Palsy, a paralysis of the arm. He underwent corrective surgery on his right arm when he was 8. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Himalayan high Dec 18, 2008
He highlights Changa, by Pooja Gurung, which is about a young child who wants to fly a kite; and Sindhu Pokhrel's Palash, in which an actor severely disabled with cerebral palsy plays a man watching young women from his city-centre window. "This exploration of the sexuality of the disabled person is just amazingly done and is something that you don't [usually] see being undertaken," explains Diwas. (BBC News)
Medical technology gives Dyer sergeant more mobility Dec 18, 2008
Muccio said these neuroprosthetics can help patients with spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy or, like McAllister, traumatic brain injury. "We're tapping the body's own potential," he said. (Munster Times, IN)
Health Department Reports South-Central Region's First Lab-Confirmed Influenza Case of the Season Dec 17, 2008
People who have cognitive dysfunction, and muscle or nerve disorders (such as spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy or seizure disorders) that can lead to breathing or swallowing problems. People who are receiving long-term aspirin therapy who, therefore, might be at risk for Reyes syndrome after influenza infection. (PR Newswire)
CU Statement on FDA Position on Mercury From Fish Consumption Dec 16, 2008
"Until there is greater scientific understanding of the causes of neurological disorders and diseases including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Lou Gehrig's Disease, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, we cannot rule out the health effects of exposures to neurotoxins like mercury, especially during critical periods of the neurological system's development and vulnerability to damage that occurs in the womb and into childhood," said Dr. Urvashi Rangan, Senior Scientist and Policy Analyst at Consumers Union.... (MarketWatch)
Former USC coach McGuires son dead at 57 Dec 16, 2008
Born with cerebral palsy and confined to a wheelchair for much of his final 20 years, Frankie had been hospitalized since August following a heart attack and stroke. Previously, he lived at Columbias Midlands Center, a facility of the state Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Health impact of late preemie births not well understood: MUHC ... Dec 16, 2008
Late preterm babies face three times the risk of developing cerebral palsy, and a slightly higher risk of developmental delay than full term babies. Although the absolute risks are low for individual babies, they could become a public health problem because of the growing number of these births in the general population, Kramer explained. (McGill Reporter)
New York wants your brain Dec 15, 2008
While it might not provide the same sort of immediate value that your heart, lungs, liver, spleen and other major organs could give a desperate family, your brain could prove to be even more important to the long-term struggle to understand and combat diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and cerebral palsy. Dr. Jean Paul Vonsattel, the director of the brain bank at Columbia Medical School, said that while his institution has a surplus of brains donated by people with progressive... (Albany Times Union)
Support Groups Dec 15, 2008
" Write to the foundation at 3100 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 603, Memphis, TN 38111-0749.- Diabetes Youth Support Group for ages 5 to 9 meets monthly at Great Lakes Diabetes Institute, 1700 Peach St. Call 877-6790.- Cerebral palsy parents support group meets monthly, 3745 W. 12th St.; morning and evening times available for parents of children with cerebral palsy. Call MECA United Cerebral Palsy at 836-9113, Ext. 223.- DMDA Peer Support Group for people diagnosed with depression, manic depression... (Erie Times-News, PA)
A parental juggling job Dec 14, 2008
Sara, a Boston mother of a 7-year-old with cerebral palsy, patches together 15 to 20 hours of work from four different jobs as a home health aide, in order to care for her son and his two siblings, ages 9 and 5. An Eritrean who prefers semi-anonymity because she is a political refugee, Sara senses that she's been turned down for multiple jobs because she revealed her son's condition in interviews. (Boston Globe)
Mayo Clinic makes Rochester a magnet for millions Dec 14, 2008
That s where Shirlean Ryan, 42, of Petty Harbour, Newfound-land, met a woman whose son was being treated for a rare form of cerebral palsy. Ryan was undergoing a long-awaited gastric procedure. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Allen: Parkinson’s patient completes bike marathon Dec 14, 2008
According to the American Parkinson s Disease Association, Parkinson s disease (PD) was first described in 1817 by James Parkinson, in An Essay on the Shaking Palsy. It is a neurodegenerative disease, meaning it is caused by degeneration, or dysfunction and death, of neurons within the brain. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Video: Paralyzed From the Chest Down, Triathlete Takes Second in the Handcycle Division of the Ford Ironman World Championship Dec 13, 2008
People who suffer from severe spasticity resulting from cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, traumatic brain injury, or spinal cord injury may be a candidate for ITB Therapy. If you have spasticity due to spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis you must first fail oral baclofen. (PR Newswire)
Late Preterm Birth Poses Developmental Risks Dec 13, 2008
And they found that late preterm babies (those born between 34 weeks and 36 weeks) were more than three times as likely as full-term babies to be diagnosed with cerebral palsy and were also at increased risk for developmental delay or mental retardation. "The negative outcomes of many babies born late preterm can no longer be described as temporary or benign," Petrini said in a news release. (MEDLINEplus)
Passing the torch Dec 13, 2008
"He was nuts," says the 13-year-old, who has cerebral palsy and can walk with the aid of a walker. Mr. Smith, seated next to him, laughs. (Globe and Mail)
COLUMN: Duuuude, pass the prescription bottle ... right on past me Dec 12, 2008
medic57 wrote on Dec 11, 2008 8:36 AM:" PennyMy son was diagnosed many years ago with ADD, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy and epilepsey, Learning Disabilities and Behaivior Disorders. Over the years he was on everything from Adderal to Ritalin, ons doctor in South Carolins even had him on 200 mg of Benadryl a day (ahh, I just love knowledgeable Southern Doctors, althought he did sleep well and never had a runny nose.I pretty much lost hope that he would ever finish school, let alone drive a car. In about... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Residents rail against Metro cuts Dec 12, 2008
Bren Pathenos, of Manchester, worries about how her son, William, 30, who has Cerebral palsy and relies on Call-A-Ride, will get to work. "He won' t be able to go to work or to the doctors. He won't be able to pay taxes and he'll have to go back on disability.". (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Even late premature babies face higher risk of health problems: study Dec 12, 2008
Cerebral palsy risk jumps compared with full-term newborns ... The U.S. study found that late pre-term babies those born between 34 and 36 weeks of pregnancy are three times as likely to be diagnosed with cerebral palsy as full-term babies (born between 37 and 41 weeks of pregnancy) ... While the overall incidence of cerebral palsy for full-term babies stands at two per cent, the study found that the number jumped to 7. (CBC.ca)
Santa, Mrs. Claus visit students at River Hills School Dec 12, 2008
Six-year-old Anthony Wright of Cedar Falls, who has cerebral palsy, participated in Lunch with Santa for the first time Wednesday along with his parents. "He loves Christmas," said his dad, Cary Wright. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Michael Wenham: 'I don't want the right to die' Dec 11, 2008
Michael Wenham: 'I don't want the right to die' - Health News, Health eing - The Independent. from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday. (Independent)
Advantages of Botoxmore than just skin deep Dec 11, 2008
As Botox undergoes the process for being FDA-approved for brain-injury treatment, the study will examine its effectiveness in easing the effects of muscles that become rigid or clenched because of a brain injury or other conditions such as cerebral palsy or spinal cord injury. Geis said she was chosen for the study because she's administered so much of it for this reason in her 10 years at Halifax Health and four years at Emory University in Atlanta. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bashing victim, 7, awarded $13m Dec 11, 2008
The boy was transferred to the Children's Hospital at Westmead, where he remained for six weeks, but was left with cerebral palsy, near blindness, severe spastic quadriparesis and a severe intellectual disability. His mother stood by the man who had assaulted him, suggesting to police and doctors that her other son, who was then 2 , might have been responsible for the injuries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
EXCERPT: Meet 'Michelle' Dec 11, 2008
"It's a lot of talk about race, a lot of talk about sexism, a lot of talk about homophobia, talk about isms and phobias." But Nieblas, who has cerebral palsy, came to value the experience after doing an exercise where people had to take one step back for each disadvantage they had confronted, and she ended up with her back against the wall. After that, she realized that her liabilities were not any harder to overcome than those of others. (USA Today -- Life)
Higher cerebral palsy risk in late pre-term babies Dec 11, 2008
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Babies born four to six weeks prematurely have more than triple the risk of developing cerebral palsy than full-term babies, U.S. researchers said on Thursday ... 4 times as likely to develop cerebral palsy as full-term babies ... Cerebral palsy refers to a group of disorders that affect a child's ability to coordinate body movements. (Reuters India)
Late preterm births present serious risks to newborns Dec 11, 2008
The researchers evaluated the babies' neurological development and found that late preterm babies were more than three times as likely to be diagnosed with cerebral palsy as full term babies. They also found that late preterm babies were at an increased risk for developmental delay or mental retardation. (EurekAlert!)
Pregnancy & Fertility Dec 10, 2008
Those babies are at the greatest risk of complications such as cerebral palsy, mental retardation, chronic lung disease and blindness. A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that infants born as a result of assisted reproductive technology, or ART -- such as in vitro fertilization and the use of donor eggs -- are two to four times more likely to be born with certain types of birth defects than infants conceived naturally. (CNN -- Health)
Healthy Eating Dec 10, 2008
Those babies are at the greatest risk of complications such as cerebral palsy, mental retardation, chronic lung disease and blindness. Thanksgiving marks the beginning of a season where eating is central to the festivities. (CNN -- Health)
Women's Health Dec 10, 2008
Those babies are at the greatest risk of complications such as cerebral palsy, mental retardation, chronic lung disease and blindness. Daily Dose. (CNN -- Health)
Health in brief Dec 9, 2008
Children eligible for the program may be diagnosed with a variety of illnesses that could limit normal life expectancy such as cancer, major organ failures, HIV, cystic fibrosis, progressive genetic, neurological or metabolic disorders, renal failure or severe cerebral palsy. For information on Pediatric Palliative Care of the North Shore, a program of Hospice of the North Shore, call 978-223-9777 or visit www. (Georgetown Record, MA)
PA Department of Health Kicks Off National Influenza Immunization Week With Free Flu Shots at Hershey Bears Game Dec 8, 2008
People who have cognitive dysfunction and muscle or nerve disorders (such as spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy or seizure disorders) that can lead to difficulties in breathing or swallowing. People who are receiving long-term aspirin therapy who, therefore, might be at risk for Reyes syndrome after an influenza infection. (PR Newswire)
Bled of funds, hospitals close their doors to the dying Dec 7, 2008
" Another doctor said the decline in healthcare could be seen in the statistics. The number of women dying in childbirth has doubled and the number of newborns surviving has halved in recent years. "Cerebral palsy births increased threefold in three years. That's a very good indicator of the quality of maternity care. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
$7.2m birth injuries award Dec 6, 2008
A MAN who suffered cerebral palsy and other brain damage when starved of oxygen after his mother's uterus ruptured during birth has been awarded more than $7. 2million in compensation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Our views: Failing the infants Dec 5, 2008
Those who survive are at risk for lifelong, debilitating ailments, including cerebral palsy, respiratory, vision and hearing problems. The social and economic impacts also are enormous. (Florida Today)
Bogus Stem Cell Therapies Sold on Internet Dec 5, 2008
Different clinics in China (Beike Biotech), the Ukraine (ACT) and elsewhere claim to have treated thousands of patients for neurological disorders including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury and Alzheimer's disease, congenital conditions such as autism and cerebral palsy, as well as allergies, heart conditions and even cosmetic procedures. However, the University of Alberta team was unable to find any studies that had even investigated stem cell therapy for Parkinson's... (MEDLINEplus)
New Bloomfield twins granted wishes from local Dream Factory Dec 5, 2008
Bryce has developed cerebral palsy caused by head bleeds at birth. The head bleeds were caused by resuscitation at birth on both of the twins that required a great amount of head pressure. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Perlman Center joins Cincinnati Children's Dec 5, 2008
The change is being made to expand services for children and families at Cincinnati Children s and throughout the region, according to a press release from Children s. Services for teens and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities will remain a part of United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cincinnati. This is an evolution of our almost 60-year relationship with Cincinnati Children s and is a continuation of our efforts to do what is best for children, Susan Schiller, executive director of... (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Napping Nurses Caught On Tape Dec 5, 2008
The Eynon family needed 24-hour nursing care for their five-year-old son Nicholas, who has cerebral palsy. The couple hired Advantage Nursing Services to monitor Nicholas, especially at night. (W-USA News, DC)
Cheap goods, but at what cost? Dec 4, 2008
At what point is saving money on a few items not worth the cost of health problems and the bills that can pile up due to illness, kidney and bladder stones, kidney failure, brain disease, cerebral palsy, osteoporosis, autism, hearing impairment, retinal degeneration and a veritable laundry list of other health issues. A recent story involving the discovery of traces of melamine in American-made infant formula seems to highlight the difference in philosophy between products made here and some... (Chetek Alert, WI)
Benefit to be held for Oliphants Dec 4, 2008
Lawson has brachial plexus palsy, which is a birth injury ... Lawson has brachial plexus palsy, causing him to not feel his left arm. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
British charities are no haven for laid off bankers Dec 4, 2008
Cerebral palsy charity Scope said in October that it was making five senior management posts redundant, from the executive management board to other back-office departments. Internationally focused Oxfam is preparing to cut between 5 percent and 7 percent of its UK-based staff, or between 35 and 45 positions, in 2009/10. (Business Report, South Africa)
Health Needs of Autistic Children Often Unmet Dec 3, 2008
Both groups were also compared with a third pool of almost 27,000 children coping with a wide range of other special-care needs, running the gamut from allergies to cerebral palsy. The research team found that the families of children with ASD were more likely to develop financial difficulties in the face of their child's medical expenses. (MEDLINEplus)
Test-tube Babies Profitable Business For The State, Swedish Study Shows Dec 2, 2008
7, 2006) Exposure to certain viral infections shortly before and after birth (the perinatal period) is associated with cerebral palsy, finds a study published online by the British Medical Journal. These. (Science Daily)
Despite lack of scientific proof, parents who use oxygen chambers see reason to believe Dec 1, 2008
Scott, 24, is in the hyperbaric chamber because his parents believe it will help ease the effects of his cerebral palsy and other disabilities ... As the parent of a child with cerebral palsy, traditional medicine offered Eugene few options ... Only one rigorous, double-blind study has explored the effects of hyperbaric therapy on children with cerebral palsy. (Boston Globe)
Click here to read more. Dec 1, 2008
Among other things, they are wheelchair-users, autistic, language or visually impaired, or have Down syndrome or cerebral palsy. It's important for Rentz to be available to parents outside the classroom, work toward each student's individual goal and raise money for out-of-the-classroom trips. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bangkok nightmare far from over for Aussies Dec 1, 2008
A friend travelling with her, Gemmah Carr, 21, suffers from cerebral palsy and also needs urgent medical treatment in Australia. "No-one would help us until my father rang and told us to contact the embassy," Ms Chaisty said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Mom forms support group for parents of special needs children Nov 30, 2008
Grubbs said she realizes these may be natural emotions for parents of children with special needs, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. She has launched a support group to bring parents together. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A look at some Virginia Tech victims Nov 29, 2008
The head of the school's engineering science and mechanics department called Granata one of the top five biomechanics researchers in the country working on movement dynamics in cerebral palsy. "With so many research projects and graduate students, he still found time to spend with his family, and he coached his children in many sports and extracurricular activities," said engineering professor Demetri P. Telionis. (FOX 11, AZ)
Wish that came true is reason to giggle Nov 28, 2008
She can't speak because of disabilities associated with having Cerebral Palsy, so giggling is Kimmie's way of telling everyone she is happy. Kimmie loves to watch "Veggie Tales" and "Walker Texas Ranger" on television and video, and has now become a big fan of Mickey Mouse. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Loudoun Mom Found Not Guilty Due To Insanity Nov 27, 2008
(WUSA) -- 18 month old Grant will need a lifetime of care because he was born with cerebral palsy. His family says, at birth, Grant was starved of oxygen for an hour and a half because the doctor, Chauncey Stokes was late to the delivery. (W-USA News, DC)
A mile in a monster's shoes Nov 26, 2008
To this day, that illness is called Bell's palsy ... That was how I received my diagnosis of Bell's palsy from Dr Angela Currie: it was such a classic case, she could spot it over the phone ... Bell's palsy is usually caused by a virus. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
For whom the Bell's tolls Nov 26, 2008
BELL'S PALSY is a form of temporary facial paralysis resulting from damage or trauma to one of the two facial nerves. It is the most common cause of facial paralysis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
`Twilight' is the new breed of chick flick Nov 25, 2008
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AstraZeneca to axe 1,400 jobs in Europe, shuts three plants Nov 24, 2008
Thu Nov 20, 10:56 am ET. AstraZeneca Anglo-Swedish pharmaceuticals giant AstraZeneca said Thursday it would slash 1,400 jobs by 2013 as it. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Roundup of events during Art Basel Miami Beach Nov 23, 2008
Golfer overcomes cerebral palsy to walk every hole on the PGA Tour. Education. (Yahoo News)
$3.6M award to woman, son after prison birth Nov 22, 2008
The little boy has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Prison Health Services no longer contracts for medical care in Idaho's prison system. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Donation connects a circle of caring Nov 21, 2008
Complications at his birth led to some developmental delays and he's been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. "A year ago Aaron told me his boss (Bill and Burt Meyer from Meyer Home Improvement) had nominated Will for a foundation," said Rebecca. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
• Jury hears $23M lawsuit by former Idaho inmate Nov 21, 2008
Now 4 years old, the complaint says that he has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The jury began deliberating Wednesday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Preterm births costly, growing health problem Nov 21, 2008
Babies who survive a premature birth face the risk of serious life-long health problems including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss and other chronic conditions including asthma. Even infants born just a few weeks too soon have a greater risk of breathing problems, feeding difficulties, temperature instability (hypothermia), jaundice and delayed brain development. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Bush to promote action plan to deal with crisis Nov 21, 2008
By MARTIN CRUTSINGER, AP Economics Writer Martin Crutsinger, Ap Economics Writer. 31 mins ago Featured Topics. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Some say IDAs could fire up NY economy Nov 21, 2008
3 billion remained in the pipeline, including housing for the mentally disabled, nursing homes, YMCAs, cerebral palsy centers, and expansions at hospitals and colleges. In addition to improving the quality of life in local communities across New York, McMahon estimated that personal income taxes paid by construction workers and employees of the new facilities would garner 60 million for the state, while bond issuance fees, which IDAs pay the state for their tax-exempt bonds, would bring in... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
