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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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Back to the Office Full-Time? Here’s What It Could Cost You



As more companies roll back hybrid arrangements, a return to five days in the office could hit workers’ wallets harder than expected.

Commuting costs are the most obvious strain — fuel, parking, or transit passes can add hundreds of dollars a month. Lunches and coffee runs that were once occasional treats may become daily expenses, while work wardrobe updates could mean replacing worn or outdated office attire.

There’s also the hidden cost of time: longer commutes can lead to higher spending on convenience services like takeout dinners, childcare, or even pet care. For those who moved farther from city centres during remote work, the financial impact could be even greater.

Experts suggest tracking these expenses for a month to understand the true cost of full-time office life — and negotiating for commuter benefits or flexible hours where possible.



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