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Rare neck condition could turn salon hair-washing into dangerous stroke risk

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Most of us think of a salon shampoo as a moment of relaxation, when we get to lean back and let the stylist wash and rinse our hair.  But for a very small number of people, that innocuous posture can set off a cascade of vascular injury known as beauty parlor stroke …

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Parkinson’s risk could increase with exposure to common chemical, study suggests

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A common chemical that is widespread in the U.S. has been linked to an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, researchers say. In a recent study published in the journal Neurology, researchers found a “small but measurable increase in Parkinson’s risk” linked to trichloroethylene (TCE), which has been found to spread in the …

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Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An experimental drug could help to improve movement for patients with spinal cord injuries.  NVG-291, an injectable peptide, has been tested in a phase 2 trial with eligible patients — some of whom noted remarkable outcomes. Larry Williams, a trial participant based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, shared with Fox News Digital that he’s …

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Billy Joel diagnosed with brain condition — what to know about his treatment options

Following his diagnosis of a brain condition, singer Billy Joel has canceled all scheduled concerts. The five-time Grammy winner, 76, announced on Friday that he has normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up inside or around the brain. “This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” …

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