For Older Adults, a Better Diet May Prevent Brain Shrinkage

People who eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruit, nuts and fish may have bigger brains, according to a study published in the May 16, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
10-May-2018 4:15 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Depression Linked to Memory Problems and Brain Aging

Depression in older adults may be linked to memory problems, according to a study published in the May 9, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study also showed that older people with...
8-May-2018 9:15 AM EDT Add to Favorites

More Than Relaxation? Saunas May Be Linked to Lower Stroke Risk

Taking frequent saunas may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, according to a study published in the May 2, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study was conducted in Finland, where...
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Brain Structure Linked to Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome

People with restless legs syndrome may have changes in a portion of the brain that processes sensory information, according to a study published in the April 25, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of...
23-Apr-2018 2:05 PM EDT Add to Favorites

New Guideline: Start Taking MS Drugs Early On

For most people, it’s better to start taking drugs for multiple sclerosis (MS) early on rather than letting the disease run its course, according to a new guideline for treating MS from the American Academy of Neurology. The guideline is published...
23-Apr-2018 3:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Evidence Shows Non-invasive Nerve Stimulation May Help with Hand Tremor

People with tremors in their hands from a condition called essential tremor may find some relief from a new, non-invasive type of nerve stimulation, according to a preliminary scientific abstract released today that will be presented at the American...
15-Apr-2018 11:05 PM EDT Add to Favorites

A Single Concussion May Increase Risk of Parkinson’s Disease

People who have been diagnosed with a mild concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury, may have a 56 percent increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a study published in the April 18, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the...
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Preliminary Study Suggests Drug May Help Babies with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

A preliminary study suggests that an investigational drug may help increase protein levels in babies with spinal muscular atrophy. The open-label study is released today and will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 70th Annual...
15-Apr-2018 11:05 PM EDT Add to Favorites

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