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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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Gold’s Record-Breaking Rally: Why Investors Are Rushing to the Yellow Metal

 

Gold prices have soared to unprecedented levels in 2025, crossing $4,300 per ounce and marking one of the strongest rallies in decades. Several key factors are fueling this surge:

  • Economic Uncertainty: Persistent concerns over global growth, U.S. regional banking stability, and the prolonged government shutdown have driven investors toward gold as a safe-haven asset.
  • Inflation Hedge: With inflationary pressures lingering, gold remains a trusted store of value, protecting wealth against currency erosion.
  • Central Bank Buying: Central banks worldwide have been steadily increasing their gold reserves, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and boosting demand.
  • Geopolitical Tensions: Rising frictions between major economies, particularly the U.S. and China, have heightened investor anxiety, further strengthening gold’s appeal.
  • Weaker Dollar: A softer U.S. dollar has made gold more attractive to foreign buyers, amplifying demand.

Despite record-high prices, demand remains resilient. In markets like India, where gold is deeply tied to cultural traditions, buyers are shifting toward lighter jewelry and coins to adapt to higher costs.

Looking ahead, analysts suggest that unless global stability improves, gold’s upward momentum could continue, cementing its role as the ultimate hedge in uncertain times.


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