Alicia Lynn Foley LCSW

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  As is the case with most Hollywood flicks, there is often a gap in what is accurately portrayed and what is not.  Whether it be an account of a true story, or a science fiction thriller, the degree of accuracy always remains a question.  "Downsizing" is just one example of this."Downsizing" is a...

• Researchers Understand More About Why Brain Cells Die in Parkinson's Disease

  One of the significant hurdles in finding the treatment of any of the neurodegenerative diseases is the limited knowledge regarding the underlying mechanism. It is known that Parkinson’s and many other neurodegenerative disorders occur due to the buildup of malformed proteins. In the case of...

• Managing Muscular Dystrophy

  If you're someone who has muscular dystrophy or knows someone who does, then you'll need to make sure that you know how to care for yourself to stay as comfortable as you possibly can. Unfortunately, while this condition has no cure yet, there are treatments and remedies you can do to reduce...

• Are All Medications Safe During Pregnancy?

  During pregnancy, it's important to think twice before popping a pill without consulting with your doctor first. Although some pills are non-prescription medications — and are readily available and convenient — it is always better to discuss taking any type of medication or pill with your...

• Couple Raises Twins with Cystic Fibrosis

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• Alternative Treatments for Obesity

  Obesity refers to the accumulation of extra body fat than the normal body requirement. If your body mass index (BMI) is above 30, then you are considered as obese. The factors that influence obesity include age, body build, sex, and height.Obesity can be treated without involving medication or...