Migraines: Debilitating Impact and Why They’re More Than “Just a Headache”
Introduction When people say they “have a migraine,” others may picture a bad headache. But migraines stand apart—complex neurological events that involve more than just pain. They can include nausea, sensory sensitivities, and cognitive fo...
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Cluster Headaches: The Excruciating Episodes Dubbed “Suicide Headaches”
Introduction Often described as one of the most agonizing head pains known, cluster headaches have earned the ominous nickname “suicide headaches.” The excruciating intensity, coupled with the recurrent and cyclical nature of attacks, can pus...
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Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: A Common Rare Disease Affecting Nerves
Introduction Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is one of the most prevalent inherited neuropathies, yet it remains largely unfamiliar to many. Affecting the peripheral nerves responsible for muscle control and sensation, CMT gradually weakens and...
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LGBTQ Youth Homelessness: The Health Toll of Being Young and Without a Home
Introduction Homelessness remains a hidden but urgent crisis, especially among LGBTQ youth who often flee or are forced out of unsafe family environments. Despite making up a small percentage of the overall youth population, lesbian, gay, bise...
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Homeless Health Crisis: Managing Chronic Illness When You Have No Home
Introduction Homelessness is an urgent social concern worldwide, but less often highlighted are the specific burdens carried by individuals with chronic illnesses who live without stable housing. Whether battling diabetes, heart disease,...
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