Birth defects - central nervous system
The brain and spinal cord of a foetus evolve from a simple structure called the neural tube. If this tube doesn't fuse, the result is a neural tube defect. Types of neural tube defects include spina bifida, anencephaly and encephalocele. The ... [... more]
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Cocaine Factsheet
Cocaine belongs to a group of drugs known as 'stimulants'. Stimulants speed up the activity of the central nervous system - the messages going to and from the brain. Amphetamines (or 'speed') and nicotine are also stimulants. Cocaine most ... [... more]
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Ben W. Thrower, M.D.
A specially-designed, easy-to-follow program to feel better and improve your quality of life. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a devastating disease that damages the central nervous system. It affects nearly 400,000 Americans with daily fatigue, loss ... [... more]
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Brad Hamler
A specially-designed, easy-to-follow program to feel better and improve your quality of life. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a devastating disease that damages the central nervous system. It affects nearly 400,000 Americans with daily fatigue, loss ... [... more]
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John Upledger
Exploring the Birth and Development of the Central Nervous System Hardcover, 380 pages Hardcover, 530 pages CranioSacral Therapy Touchstone for Natural Healing Changing Lives with CranioSacral Therapy Your Inner Physician and You CranoioSacral ... [... more]
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Heroin - Better Health Channel.
Heroin is an illegal opioid drug that slows down the function of the brain and central nervous system. It is highly addictive and its initial effects include feelings of wellbeing and relief from physical pain. Adverse effects include the risk of ... [... more]
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Weight loss and carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the only fuel source for many vital organs, including the brain, central nervous system and kidneys. Low carbohydrate diets are popular again, even though they may be dangerous. A diet high in protein and fats can lead to ... [... more]
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Multiple sclerosis explained
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common chronic disease of the central nervous system among young Australians. Victoria has more people with MS than any other state in Australia. MS is not contagious, but it is progressive and ... [... more]
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Nervous system - Better Health Channel.
The nervous system helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other. The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system. The other nerves of the body are called the peripheral nervous system. The nervous system helps all ... [... more]
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