This article will provide an overview of the controversial drug Aduhelm (generic name aducanumab) that was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease for patients with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s.
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Wearable Medical Devices: What You Need to Know
Wearable medical devices such as the FitBit or other SmartWatches are electronic devices that you wear to track personal health data, such as how many steps you have taken in a day or your heart rate. How are wearable devices regulated, are they effective, and what are the risks associated with them?
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April 18, 2022: NCHR Letter to Superintendient Paul Johnson and Members of the Board of the Los Gatos Union School District regarding the health risks posed by artificual turf and playground surfaces.
Read More »What You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the leading causes of death for Americans ages 65 and older. It is the most common cause of dementia (as much as 60-80% of dementia cases are caused by Alzheimer’s Disease), and 11% of Americans ages 65 and older are estimated to have dementia caused by Alzheimer’s Disease
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Often when your doctor prescribes you medication, you are left with extra pills. Do you know how to properly dispose of your unused medications in a way that is both safe for your family and for your community?
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