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Nerve Block Therapy Offers Hope for Migraine Sufferers

                           Calgary neurologist Dr. Serena Orr injecting a patient to help treat migraines.  Researchers in Calgary are spotlighting a promising treatment for people living with severe migraines: occipital nerve blocks . This approach involves injecting a small amount of anesthetic near the occipital nerves at the back of the head, which can interrupt pain signals and provide rapid relief. Neurologist Dr. Serena Orr of the University of Calgary has been at the forefront of this research, recommending updates to the American Headache Society’s guidelines for emergency departments. The new recommendations encourage doctors to consider nerve blocks as a frontline option for patients arriving with debilitating migraine attacks. Patients who have received the treatment report significant improvement. Some describe it as the first time they’ve been able to escape the crushing pain, nausea,...

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TSX Ends Year on High Note Despite Recent Dip


Despite closing lower on the last trading day of the year, the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) is poised to record its best performance since 2021. The S&P/TSX Composite Index saw a 22% increase over the year, driven by strong performances from key sectors such as technology and healthcare.

While the final trading session saw a slight dip, investor sentiment remains optimistic as the TSX continues to reach new all-time highs. Analysts attribute this success to robust earnings reports and positive economic indicators, suggesting a promising outlook for the coming year.




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