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Relatives of patients with multiple sclerosis have a higher risk of developing MS than the general population.

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A re-examination of the practice guidelines for the treatment of Parkinson's disease suggest that, despite the introduction of new drug therapies since 1993, when the AAN last released the guidelines, treatment strategies remain unchanged. The last set of guidelines released by the Academy concluded that levodopa was the most effective in treating the motor symptoms of the disorder.

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The use of serotonin-enhancing drugs -- including some newer antidepressants, antimigraine agents, decongestants, diet pills, amphetamines, and the popular drug of abuse "ecstasy" -- can precipitate cerebrovascular syndrome (stroke) due to narrowing of cerebral blood vessels.

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Since Harvard Medical School published its landmark criteria regarding clinical definition of "brain death" in 1968 (JAMA, 1968), diversity in these criteria has evolved worldwide. According to the first comprehensive survey of its kind, major differences in the procedures used to diagnose brain death in adults have been identified among the 80 countries that responded to the survey inquiries.

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Pick up a book or magazine, go for a walk, see a movie or visit a friend or relative -- and reduce your risk for developing Alzheimer's Disease. Reading and engaging in other leisure activities may reduce the risk or delay onset of clinical manifestations of dementia.

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Lifetime exposure to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be associated with better maintenance of cognitive function in older women free of dementia.

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We invite you to attend the American Academy of Neurology's 54th Annual Meeting April 13-20, 2002 at the Colorado Convention Center, where breakthroughs in neurologic research will be reported during courses and seminars and at more than 17 poster and plenary scientific presentations. More than 8,600 neurologists and neuroscientists are expected to attend.

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A multicenter study of 13,600 patients found a correlation between cognitive impairment and heart failure among older patients. This finding adds to the growing body of evidence that arterial hypotension (abnormally low blood pressure) is associated with an increased risk of dementia.

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Electrical brain stimulation can reduce the problems Parkinson's patients develop after long-term use of the drug levodopa, the main treatment for Parkinson's.

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Patients with neuropathic pain found greater relief, and fewer side effects, when treated with bupropion SR (sustained-release) than with commonly prescribed treatments. These findings came from a study conducted at the University of Arizona Neurology Clinic and Pain Clinic in Tucson.

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Nearly one quarter of all Americans over age 65 may suffer from memory loss and mild cognitive impairment, which means they are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

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The American Academy of Neurology, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving care for patients with neurological disorders through education and research, is offering up to three journalism fellowships. The fellowships honor excellence in medical/health reporting in either print or broadcast journalism. Preference will be given to individuals with five years or fewer of journalism experience.

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Children in special education classes are more likely to have tic disorders such as Tourette syndrome than children in regular classes, and these disorders are more common in all children than was previously estimated.

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The risk of developing Alzheimer's is increased for people with small head sizes who also carry an Alzheimer's-related gene.

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More than one area of the brain is responsible for autistic behavior in children with tuberous sclerosis and brain lesions.

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Celebrated neurologist Oliver Sacks combines his loves of chemistry and neurology in his latest article, which explores the mind of 18th Century British chemist Henry Cavendish.

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Writers and Editors - Save November 15 for the AAN neuroscience briefing! Clinical Research and the Last Frontier. A briefing for science and medical writers. Hilton Times Square Hotel, New York, NY.

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The AIDS virus can cause a form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, that can improve or even resolve with treatment.

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Wearing a cooling vest can help multiple sclerosis (MS) patients with muscle strength, fatigue and balance, according to a study.

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Parkinson's patients who use alternative treatments such as vitamins and acupuncture are more likely to be younger, more educated and have higher incomes than patients who don't use alternative treatments, according to a study.

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New study adds weight to the argument that, for some epilepsy medications, generic drugs should not be substituted for brand-name drugs, at least not without informing the patient and physician.

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A new study shows that an estrogen skin patch given to women with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease can improve their memory and attention skills.

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Men with constipation problems were nearly three times as likely to develop Parkinson's disease over the next 24 years as men who were not constipated.

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The Alzheimer's drug donepezil can help patients maintain their functioning in everyday activities such as shopping and fixing meals.

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Stuttering has been long thought to be caused by emotional factors, but researchers who studied adults with persistent stuttering found that these individuals had anatomical irregularities in the areas of the brain that control language and speech.

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A study of 87 young children ages 7 to 8 years old with a history of confirmed febrile convulsion (FC) found that the children performed consistently better than controls in working memory tests.

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In people age 90 and older, the presence of the gene variation apolipoprotein epsilon 4 (APOE epsilon 4) is linked to an increased probability of Alzheimer's disease (AD), according to a study.

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A test of neck movement can predict which people with whiplash injuries will be disabled a year later, according to a study published in the scientific journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

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Using a computer at work doesn't increase your chances of developing carpal tunnel syndrome, according to a new study.

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A new study may help neurologists predict which children with epilepsy will not respond to the most common medications, and thus may be candidates for treatment with more aggressive approaches.

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Scientists have identified a potential new marker for MS disease activity.

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Help may be on the way for sufferers of chronic low back pain. Injections of botulinum toxin A, a drug based on the bacteria that causes food poisoning, eased the pain for patients.

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Antioxidant drugs may help prevent the effects of HIV on the brain, according to a preliminary study using cell cultures. The study was presented during the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001.

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A drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease may also play a role in preventing disease progression, according to a preliminary study using cell cultures. The study was presented during the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001.

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Cognitive benefits of galantamine treatment are likely to be sustained for at least two years in patients with Alzheimer's disease, according to a study presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA.

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Walking may help women keep their brains young, according to research presented during the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001.

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Researchers may have identified the area of the brain that controls our sense of self, according to a study presented during the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001.

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Research has revealed significant differences in the gray matter distribution between professional musicians trained at an early age and non-musicians, as presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA.

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Early recognition, diagnosis and care are recommended for patients with Alzheimer's disease according to new practice guidelines announced at the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia.

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Adults who have restless legs syndrome are more likely to also have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder than adults who don't have the sleep disorder, according to research presented during the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001.

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As a man's body mass index increases, so does his risk of stroke, according to a study presented today at the American Academy of Neurology's 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA.

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People who suffer from cognitive difficulties related to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) have a slower driving reaction time and increased risk of accidents, according to a study.

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Flu shots are safe for most multiple sclerosis (MS) patients and prevent infections that can trigger or worsen MS symptoms. (Neurology, 4-10-01)

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Long-term users of "ecstacy," the street name for the drug methylenedioxymethamphetamine, tend to experience memory loss or impairment. (Neurology, 4-10)

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Researchers have discovered a new treatment for one form of the rare disorder hereditary ataxia that has resulted in remarkable improvements. (Neurology, 4-10)

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New research looks at how family members and patients with Alzheimer's disease make a tough decision: whether to enroll in a clinical trial to test a potential medicine for the disease. (Neurology, 3-27-01)

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The epsilon 4 allele of the apolipoprotein E gene (APOE), recently determined to be a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease, may also be a clue to the unexplained weight loss inherent in Alzheimer's disease, primarily in women.

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Two recent clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of drugs in treating vocal and motor tics associated with Tourette syndrome are reported in the March 13 issue of Neurology, the scientific journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

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Tinnitus -- a ringing in the ears that affects millions of people -- may be related to visual as well as auditory brain activity. Researchers made the connection while studying the origin of this unwanted sound. (Neurology, 2-27-01)

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It may be worthwhile to consider how much wheat you eat if you suffer from headaches or lack of coordination and have gluten sensitivity. (Neurology)