FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePain·March 13, 2023·5 min readNew Drug to Lower Brain Pressure Could Treat Blinding HeadachesExenatide, an injectable peptide currently in phase two clinical trials for treating type 2 diabetes, reduces symptoms of Idiopathic Intercranial Hypertension blinding headaches, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 29, 2023·4 min readIn Search of the Optimal Migraine ReliefUsing oral transmucosal delivery of eletriptan hydrobromide delivers faster and more effective relief for migraine sufferers.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 8, 2022·10 min readFatigue and Headache Among Top Lingering Symptoms Months After COVIDFatigue and headaches top the list of common lingering symptoms four months after COVID infection, with muscle aches, changes in sense of taste and smell, cough, and congestion following close behind.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 15, 2022·4 min readCOVID-19 on the Brain: Neurological Symptoms Persist in Majority of Long-HaulersSix months following COVID-19 infection, two-thirds of patients still experienced neurological symptoms including headaches, memory impairment, and decreased concentration that impacted their quality of life.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 2, 2021·4 min readStudy Finds Vital Link to Identify People at Risk of AneurysmsPeople with asymmetrical brain arteries have a significantly higher risk of developing a cerebral aneurysm, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·June 4, 2021·5 min readNeurological Symptoms Like Fatigue Common in Mild COVIDNeurological and psychological symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection, such as fatigue and depression, are more common in those with mild coronavirus infection than previously believed.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 3, 2019·3 min readPesticides likely caused ‘Havana syndrome’ that affected Cuba-based diplomatsInitially believed to be an acoustic attack, researchers now believe they have pinpointed a possible cause of the bizarre neurological symptoms reported by diplomats in Cuba in 2016. Researchers say a possible source for 'Havana syndrome' is exposure to cholinesterase inhibitors via organophosphorus insecticides.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPain·September 21, 2019·4 min readPersistent headache or back pain ‘twice as likely’ in the presence of the otherResearchers have identified a positive association between persistent lower back pain and headache disorders. The study reveals those with persistent back pain or persistent headache disorders are twice as likely to suffer from both disorders at the same time.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPain·September 20, 2019·3 min readMigraine sufferers needlessly enduring agonizing painMany people who suffer migraines are often diagnosed with other conditions. For those with a clinical diagnosis, many are unaware of treatment options available for pain and to slow the frequency of attacks.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 8, 2019·4 min readToo much coffee raises the odds of triggering a migraine headacheDrinking three or more cups of coffee a day can trigger the onset of a headache for patients with episodic migraines.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePain·July 15, 2019·3 min readDefective potassium channels cause headache, not body painThe loss of TRESK significantly increases the risk of developing headaches and may be implicated in migraines.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 30, 2017·5 min readPhase III Immunotherapy Trial For Migraine Shows Promising ResultsAn immunotherapy that acts against an inflammatory molecule associated with migraines, has been shown to be successful in reducing the number of headaches people with chronic migraines suffer each month.Read More
