Seven Healthy Habits Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia in Those with Genetic Risk
Seven healthy habits and lifestyle factors may play a role in lowering the risk of dementia in people with the highest genetic risk, according to research published in the May 25, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the...
20-May-2022 10:30 AM EDT
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Does the Size of Air Pollution Particles Affect a Person’s Risk of Death from Stroke?
Living in areas with higher air pollution is associated with an increased risk of in-hospital death from stroke, and the risk varies depending on the size of the air pollution particles, according to a new study published in the May 25, 2022, online...
20-May-2022 10:30 AM EDT
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Risk Factors for Dementia May Vary with Age
Which vascular risk factors are associated with the risk of developing dementia may vary with age. A new study shows that among people around age 55, the risk of developing dementia over the next 10 years was increased in those with diabetes and...
12-May-2022 4:00 PM EDT
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Study Finds Increased Risk of Dementia After Hospitalization for Major TBI
People who have been hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury (TBI) may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who do not have a TBI, according to a new study published in the May 11, 2022, online issue of...
9-May-2022 8:05 AM EDT
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Antidepressant Use During Pregnancy Not Linked to Epilepsy in Children
A new study suggests that antidepressant use by mothers during the first trimester of pregnancy does not increase the chances of epilepsy and seizures in babies. The research is published in the May 11, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical...
9-May-2022 12:45 PM EDT
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Higher Antioxidant Levels Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
People with higher levels of antioxidants in their blood may be less likely to develop dementia, according to a study published in the May 4, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
28-Apr-2022 3:50 PM EDT
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Study Finds Rate of Multiple Sclerosis Similarly High in Black and White People
The rate of multiple sclerosis (MS) cases varies greatly by race and ethnicity. A new study suggests that the prevalence of MS in Black and white people is similarly high, while much lower in Hispanic and Asian people. The research is published in...
22-Apr-2022 3:05 PM EDT
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Does Multiple Sclerosis Play a Role in Cancer Screening and Diagnosis?
Women with multiple sclerosis (MS) are less likely to have breast cancers detected through cancer screenings than women without MS, according to new research published in the April 27, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the...
22-Apr-2022 4:05 PM EDT
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AAN neurologist expert available to speak about epilepsy as Coach Jerry Kill announces his retirement
28-Oct-2015 10:05 AM EDT
As football season begins, AAN offers Super Bowl Champion Ben Utecht for interviews about concussion: "When in Doubt, Sit it Out"
5-Aug-2015 9:55 AM EDT
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
Neurotrauma Experts Available
The American Academy of Neurology has neurotrauma experts available for interviews to discuss critical care and recovery.
10-Jan-2011 1:55 PM EST
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