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What Is the Relationship Between Sleep Apnea and Brain Volume?

Studies have shown that sleep apnea is related to an increased risk of dementia. A new study looks at the relationship between sleep apnea and brain volume. The study is published in the May 31, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal...
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Does Having Alzheimer’s Genes Increase Your Risk of Epilepsy?

People with a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s disease may have an increased risk of epilepsy and people with a certain type of epilepsy may have an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published in the...
19-May-2023 4:10 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Can Exercise Lower the Risk of Developing Parkinson’s Disease?

Getting regular exercise such as cycling, walking, gardening, cleaning and participating in sports may decrease the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to new research published in the May 17, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the...
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Worldwide Stroke Deaths Expected to Increase to Nearly 5 Million by 2030

The number of deaths worldwide from ischemic stroke increased from 2 million in 1990 to more than 3 million in 2019, and is expected to increase to nearly 5 million by 2030, according to a study published in the May 17, 2023, online issue of...
16-May-2023 3:20 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Sleep Apnea, Lack of Deep Sleep Linked to Worse Brain Health

People who have sleep apnea and spend less time in deep sleep may be more likely to have brain biomarkers that have been linked to an increased risk of stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline, according to new research published in the...
4-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT Add to Favorites

How Is Sleep Affected by Changing Clocks and Seasons?

How are you sleeping? A new study has found the transition from daylight saving time to standard time, when one hour is gained overnight, was associated with a brief increase in sleep disorders such as difficulty going to sleep or staying asleep,...
28-Apr-2023 6:00 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Texas Neurologist and Professor Elected New American Academy of Neurology President

The American Academy of Neurology (AAN), the world’s largest professional association of neurologists and neuroscience professionals, has elected as its 38th president Carlayne E. Jackson, MD, FAAN, a neurologist, researcher and professor of...
28-Apr-2023 11:35 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Changes in Brain Function Persist for Months in Those with Long COVID

Months after COVID-19, previously infected people with persistent neuropsychiatric symptoms had abnormal brain activity during memory tests, with less activity in brain regions normally used for the memory tasks, but more activity in other areas of...
26-Apr-2023 1:05 PM EDT Add to Favorites


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Stroke Neurologist Expert Immediately Available to Discuss Condition and Treatment After Illinois Senator Mark Kirk Experiences Stroke

Expert neurologist immediately available to discuss stroke after news that Illinois Senator Mark Kirk has experienced a stroke.
23-Jan-2012 2:00 PM EST

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The American Academy of Neurology has neurotrauma experts available for interviews to discuss critical care and recovery.
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Experts Available on Head Trauma and ALS

The American Academy of Neurology has neurology experts in Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis and head injury available to speak about the latest findings regarding the two conditions in the Journal of Neuropathology & Experimental Neurology.
17-Aug-2010 2:55 PM EDT

Neurologist Available to Speak About Stroke

A stroke spokesman for the American Academy of Neurology is available to speak about stroke related to Vice President Joe Biden's oldest son suffering a mild stroke.
12-May-2010 9:00 AM EDT

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