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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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Global Markets Surge on Fed Rate Cut Signals



Markets around the world have rallied in response to indications from the Federal Reserve that interest rate cuts may be on the horizon for next year. This optimistic outlook has been fueled by a series of positive sessions, with stocks in Asia joining the upward trend.

Key Highlights:

  • Stock Rally: A global stock index has risen for six consecutive sessions, with notable gains in Australian and South Korean markets. The S&P 500 reached its highest point in nearly two years, and Apple Inc’s shares hit a new high.
  • Fed’s Dovish Stance: The Federal Reserve maintained current rates but hinted at a potential 75 basis point reduction in 2024, as suggested by its "dot plot."
  • Bond Market Gains: Following the Fed’s announcement, the bond market saw a significant uptick, with 10-year Treasury yields dropping below 4% for the first time since August.
  • Inflation Easing: Reports indicate a slowdown in producer-price increases and a decrease in the annual inflation rate, aligning with the Fed’s target.

Investors are now anticipating a “risk-on” rally, expecting strong performance across all markets as the Fed’s dovish stance suggests a more aggressive easing cycle than previously projected.

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