A family’s race against time, plus an Alzheimer’s discovery and stroke prevention tips

October 24, 2024 3,892

Fox News’ Health newsletter brings you stories on the latest developments in health care, wellness, diseases, mental health and more.

TOP 3:

– A family is selling their dream house to raise funds for their daughter’s life-saving treatment

– New Alzheimer’s research has revealed a “quiet” phase of the disease, before symptoms appear

– Cervical cancer patients could see better outcomes with a new approach to treatment

Tallulah Moon (left) has been diagnosed with SPG56, an extremely rare neurodegenerative disease that worsens over time. Her mother, Golden Whitrod (right) is committed to finding and funding the genetic therapy to save her daughter. (Our Moon’s Mission/Golden Whitrod; Sara Climie Photography)

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Researchers led by the Allen Institute for Brain Science in Seattle and University of Washington Medicine have identified cellular changes in the brains of people with the disease — and a timeline of when they occur. (Allen Institute for Brain Science)