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For patients with trigeminal neuralgia, laughing can be excruciating. Comedian and WGN News Host Pat Tomasulo, along with wife Amy, explain why it’s critically important for sponsors like Northwestern Medicine to join their mission in raising awareness of this neurological condition. To them, a comedy fundraiser is the perfect way to do it. Learn more at laughyourfaceoff.org. #NMBetter

A peak into my personal life to share with my professional community something that means so much to me. I'm so proud to share that I've been asked to be a champion for The Magnificent - a 10 week fundraising competition for The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation with #TeamLuke. Please take a look at why this cause is so incredibly important to me and consider supporting me doing all I can for my buddy Luke. https://lnkd.in/gB5aaUQK Facts about CF: -CF is a rare, incurable condition that causes an array of attacks on various organs. As a result, anyone with CF has to undergo a variety of daily therapies to battle the effects of this deadly condition. -The life expectancy of someone with CF 30 years ago, was age 30. Because of funding towards research and medical advancements, today many are living to age 50. -Lung transplants used to be expected for someone with CF, the need for these has decreased in the modern day population thanks to all the progression of the science and treatment modalities. -There are only 44,000 cases of CF in the United States which is why donations to this cause are crucial.

How are Eye7 Eye Hospitals tackling the unmet eye care needs in India? Managing Director Dr. Rahil Chaudhary leads the charge through charitable initiatives, piloting ophthalmological advancements, and social media engagement, striving to ensure no eye is left behind.   Founded by Dr. Chaudhary’s father over 30 years ago, Eye7 Eye Hospitals is committed to providing accessible eye care with cutting-edge tech across its 7 centers. Watch now to learn more about their inspiring journey! And follow us for more insightful interviews and updates! #MICETV #MediaMICE

Early detection is key. Please familiarize yourself with the Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia -- https://lnkd.in/gE_C7DKE -- it could make all the difference in the world. #alzheimersinamerica

Think about what our health means to us and those around us..... Health is, across the board and across the world the one consistent driver of our activities, capabilities and longevity. Some may say it is the key to happiness; as physical and mental health are the foundation to a life well-lived. EVERY person on earth will experience a health issue in their lifetime - whether fleeting or chronic. It is only then that we think about the need for hospitals and quality healthcare. But the need is always there - people suddenly unwell, having been in accidents, and diagnosed with devastating conditions. That's the reason we exist; to ensure every person who becomes a patient has access to the best care at Prince of Wales Hospital. We work to deliver support for research and innovation that goes directly towards improving patient care, and goes beyond the physical walls of the hospital. The research we support doesn't just sit on a shelf, it is translated to service patients in need. We are all about delivering real, tangible change that enables better healthcare. Innovation that saves lives. Innovation that can be adopted across the world. In this, our 20th year of raising funds to raise care at Prince of Wales Hospital, we are celebrating our achievements and impact. But above all, we celebrate the amazing, resilient and caring staff who make this hospital so special. Visit our website to learn about the innovations, research and education we provide and how we have refocused to support staff wellbeing, to ensure a better system for all. AND, if you're in a position to share your gift of $20, it will go a long way to supporting the wellbeing of staff, hospital-wide. #innovation #philanthropymatters #donatetoday #20yearsstrong #futurefocus #healthcareheroes #research #doctors #nurses #alliedhealth #thankyou

Our Founder Kate Heine, and Lived Experience Advisor, Hailey Barber attended the first inaugural MCRI Acquired Brain Injury Flagship meeting yesterday. This wonderful new initiative, led by our research partners, Murdoch Children's Research Institute, as well as Royal Children's Hospital and Melbourne University, joined key community partners including Heads Together, TAC, AFL, Stroke Foundation, Brainwave, Synapse, and Brain Injury Australia, to develop key priorities for research to impact positive change for young people with acquired brain injuries and their families. It was an incredible day of sharing experiences, ideas and possible solutions and there was a strong feeling in the room that this could be the beginning of some profound changes in how we work with young people and families, and with each other, to create the best possible pathways for recovery and building lives of meaning and opportunity for young people with brain injuries and their families. #ABI #TBI #braininjuryawareness #headstogetherforabi #headstogetherforbraininjury #nonprofit #braininjury #acquiredbraininjury #headinjury #traumaticbraininjury #braininjurysupport #mentalwellbeing #braininjuryadvocacy #inclusivity #LivedExperience #Volunteering #ABIAwareness #ABISurvivor #TBISurvivor #braininjurysurvivor #YouCantBeWhatYouCantSee #UnderstandMeUnderstandMyBrainInjury #YouCantUnderstandWhatYouDontKnow #understandingbraininjury #20yearsHeadsTogether

Given that the uvea comprises the choroid, ciliary body and iris as per some definitions, maybe attention needs to be placed on the fibrous layer of the retina. Bruch’s membrane which is fibromuscular is negatively charged. By injecting positively charged VEGF and FGF capsules through target microscopic brachytherapy we can correct: 1. Uveitis - release microscopic prednisone with the capsules 2. Macular degeneration - supplying adjacent GF 3. Diabetic proliferation retinopathy - targeted areas of these two compounds - anti in others 4. Preclude retinal detachment by obviating all of above 5. Unblock canal of Schlemm by releasing synthetic lysozyme from Bruch via diffusion and capillaries RCH is clinically the strongest hospital overall including adult hospitals. It’s where I studied paediatrics as a medical student and is no doubt the forerunner worldwide in clinical guidelines. Your biggest fan! Arjun

"Philanthropy can be used to improve the clinical research, the basic science and also the advanced clinical treatments." During an in-depth interview with the US news publication e-Jewish Philanthropy, Professor Yoram Weiss, Director of the Hadassah Medical Organization, extensively discussed the vital role of donations for the hospital. Read more about his key points in our recent newsletter article: https://lnkd.in/g2u--Vhh

Hokman Wong, Senior Solicitor in our Adult Brain Injury team and Dr Tom Balchin, founder of the ARNI Stroke Charity discuss the difference good rehabilitation can make towards recovery following a stroke. Find out more in #TheBBKFreeSpeechPodcast here: https://bit.ly/3G5m9Fb #stroke #strokesurvivor #strokerecovery #strokesurvivors #braininjuryrecovery