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Parents scramble for a cure, plus viral outbreaks and the benefits of weekend sleep

Parents scramble for a cure, plus viral outbreaks and the benefits of weekend sleep

A rare and deadly disease called SPG50 affects fewer than 100 people worldwide, and one of them is Naomi Lockard, a 3-year-old girl from Colorado (pictured right and with her family on the left). Click below to read the full story. (Rebecca Lockard)

A MOTHER’S MISSION – Rebekah Lockard of Colorado is desperate to save the clinical trial that could cure her daughter's rare disease, and It is largely up to her to raise the funds. Continue reading…

'PERSONAL CHOICE' – Here's why more Americans are wary of the COVID-19 vaccine, doctors say. Continue reading…

COMMITTED TO A CURE – A Canadian father created a drug to save his son from a rare disease, and now other families are desperate for the treatment. Continue reading…

Terry Pirovolakis, pictured with his family, used his life savings to create a gene therapy for his youngest son, center, who has a rare disease called SPG50. (Terry Pirovolakis)

THRIVING WITH ANXIETY – An expert offers her advice on how to accept your mental health condition and use it to your advantage. Continue reading…

DANGEROUS COMPLICATION – Sepsis is now the third-deadliest disease in the United States, after heart disease and cancer. Experts share symptoms, treatments and prevention tips. Continue reading…

'STRANGE BUT SERIOUS' – As a New Hampshire man fights for his life, experts share warnings about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease. Continue reading…

A rare and potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease has sparked concern and prompted some lockdowns in the northeastern United States. (iStock)

MATTERS OF THE HEART – A single blood test could predict women's risk of heart attack up to 30 years in advance, researchers say. Continue reading…

'THE FEVER OF LAZINESS' – The CDC has issued an alert about cases of Oropouche virus, also known as sloth fever, in travelers returning from Cuba. Here's what you need to know. Continue reading…

SEASONAL WELLNESS – These 7 health products can help you breathe better, avoid allergies and strengthen your immune system. Continue reading…

WEEKEND MEETINGS – Sleeping more on weekends could reduce the risk of heart disease by 20%, according to a new study. Sleep experts weigh in on the potential benefits. Continue reading…