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Dawn Marcus

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Dawn Marcus is a neurologist and professor at the University of Pittsburgh, where she has focused her career on migraines and holistic chronic pain management. Dr. Marcus has written 14 books, including 10 Simple Solutions to Migraine, for which she won the 2007 Excellence in Media Award from the National Headache Foundation. In 2010, Dr. Marcus wrote an updated migraine book with colleague Dr. Bain, called The Woman's Migraine Toolkit: Managing Your Headaches From Puberty to Menopause. Dr. Marcus enjoys visiting patients under the watchful eye of two furry helpers, her therapy dog wheaten terriers. Understanding how a relationship with your dog can help improve your health and lessen pain complaints led Dr. Marcus to write Fit As Fido: Follow Your Dog to Better Health and The Power of Wagging Tails: A Doctor's Guide to Dog Therapy and Healing.



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  • neurology

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    Modified Polio Virus May Help Fight Brain Tumors, Study Suggests

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- A modified version of the polio virus might one day help fight brain tumors, preliminary research suggests.

    Scientists at Duke Cancer Institute said the investigational therapy, known as PVSRIPO, uses an engineered form of the virus that is harmless t...Full Article

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    Scientists Can't Replicate Surprising Finding on Alzheimer's Treatment

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Although a study in 2012 suggested a cancer drug could reverse the thinking and memory problems associated with Alzheimer's disease, three groups of researchers now say they have been unable to duplicate those findings.

    The teams said their research co...Full Article

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    Got an Itch? Mouse Study May Help Explain Why

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- The sensation of itching is hardwired into the nervous system and can be traced back to a small molecule released in the spinal cord, according to a new study in mice.

    Researchers say this molecule, known as natriuretic polypeptide b (Nppb), triggers ...Full Article

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    Having Both Migraines, Depression May Mean Smaller Brain

    WEDNESDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- Migraines and depression can each cause a great deal of suffering, but new research indicates the combination of the two may be linked to something else entirely -- a smaller brain.

    Already aware that people with migraines face double the risk of dep...Full Article

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    Cost of Treating Strokes in U.S. Could Soar to $180B Annually by 2030: Report

    WEDNESDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- Over the next two decades, the cost of treating strokes in the United States is expected to more than double, topping more than $180 billion a year, according to new research.

    The main factor driving the increase: an aging p...Full Article

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    Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'

    FRIDAY, May 17 (HealthDay News) -- New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

    The dominant side of your brain is where your speech and language center resides. Ninety-five percent of the human pop...Full Article

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    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What are the diagnosis criteria for fibromyalgia?
    The American College of Rheumatology gives the following as diagnosis criteria for fibromyalgia:...  Full Post
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    What Lyrica safety information should I know?
    Lyrica (pregabalin) is one of three drugs approved for treating fibromyalgia (the others are...  Full Post
  • Dawn Marcus
    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What are the diagnosis criteria for fibromyalgia?
    The American College of Rheumatology gives the following as diagnosis criteria for fibromyalgia:...  Full Post
  • Dawn Marcus
    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What should I know about taking Lyrica?
    Lyrica (pregabalin) is used as a pain therapy for people with nerve pain (neuropathic pain) or...  Full Post
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    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What if I have a serious allergic reaction to Lyrica?
    Lyrica (pregabalin) is one of three drugs approved for treating fibromyalgia (the others are...  Full Post
  • Dawn Marcus
    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What Lyrica safety information should I know?
    Lyrica (pregabalin) is one of three drugs approved for treating fibromyalgia (the others are...  Full Post
  • Dawn Marcus
    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What are tender spots?
    People with fibromyalgia have areas called "tender points." There are 18 designated body...  Full Post
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    Dawn Marcus answered:
    How can I improve my child's eating habits?
    Eating is often an important social occasion and it's always more enjoyable to eat if you can share...  Full Post
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    Dawn Marcus answered:
    What are the health benefits of blueberries?
    Blueberries contain an especially high concentration of antioxidants, which may reduce the...  Full Post