CLEVELAND – October is National Bullying Prevention Month. It’s an issue that impacts many children. In fact, research shows one in every five students reports being bullied. So, what can parents do to help protect them? “All of the research shows the number one protective factor for children who are struggling is having at least … Read More

CLEVELAND – Results from a Cleveland Clinic study, which has been years in the making, show the benefits of deep brain stimulation for people who have had a stroke. Andre Machado, MD, PhD, who is Chairman of the Neurological Institute, helped lead the study. “We evaluated, for the first time, if we could use a … Read More

CLEVELAND – New data from Cleveland Clinic shows how effective the COVID-19 vaccine is in reducing hospitalizations. In August, researchers discovered 90% of those who were admitted were not vaccinated. “This really indicates to us that the vaccine is extremely effective. There is no vaccine that is 100% effective. They were quoting about 90% at … Read More

CLEVELAND – If you noticed you’re still dealing with lingering headaches after contracting COVID-19, you’re not alone. Emad Estemalik, MD, who is a headache specialist for Cleveland Clinic, said it’s a problem for many people. “When it comes to headaches, there was actually an interesting study that looked at long-term neurologic complications following COVID infections, … Read More

CLEVELAND – As the old saying goes, ‘You never know what someone else is going through,’ and that’s especially true for Amanda Maggiotto. She is battling breast cancer for the third time. “I look like a normal person just walking around, but I am dealing with some heavy stuff,” she said. Amanda was first diagnosed … Read More

CLEVELAND – Sweetest Day is just around the corner, and if you haven’t gotten your significant other anything just yet, don’t stress. There are plenty of ways to show you care without actually buying a present. “It’s important to think outside the box. It doesn’t have to be an actual physical gift. It can be … Read More

CLEVELAND – The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is changing its recommendations when it comes to aspirin use to prevent heart disease and stroke. The panel now says that people over the age of 40, who don’t already have a history of heart disease, should not take the medication. “All of the other organizations out … Read More

CLEVELAND – Fall has finally arrived and that means hayrides, pumpkin patches and Halloween festivities are back. But, are they safe to attend this year? “Especially with the surge of the Delta variant these past several months, I think anything we do right now we have to be cautious and careful because now there is … Read More

CLEVELAND – Studies have shown weight loss, or bariatric, surgery can effectively help people lose weight and control Type 2 diabetes, compared to medical therapy alone. Now, a Cleveland Clinic study suggests people who have had bariatric surgery also report better physical health and quality of life five years later. “In addition to substantial and … Read More

CLEVELAND – 53-year-old Robert Hughes is slowly rebuilding his strength after a life-threatening battle with COVID-19 this summer. He wasn’t vaccinated at the time — a decision he now regrets. “I was the kind of person that thought, ‘You know, I’ll be OK.’ But looking back now, I would take the shot a million times … Read More