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·November 2, 2016·5 min read

Single Mutation in Recessive Gene Increases Risk of Earlier Onset Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers have discovered a genetic mutation that could signify a risk for early onset of Parkinson's disease.

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·November 14, 2016·3 min read

Biomarker to Speed Diagnosis of Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation Identified

Researchers have identified a new biomarker for spinal cord and brain inflammation.

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·December 12, 2016·4 min read

High School Football Players, 1956-1970, Did Not Have Increase of Neurodegenerative Diseases

Compared to players of other varsity sports, researchers did not identify an increased risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases in people who played high school football between 1956 and 1970.

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·January 31, 2017·5 min read

Mental Activities May Protect Against Mild Cognitive Impairment

A new study reports engaging in activities that are mentally stimulating can help to stave off the onset of mild cognitive impairment.

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·April 3, 2017·5 min read

Man Moves Paralyzed Legs Using Device That Stimulates Spinal Cord

A new study reports researchers have successfully used electrical stimulation on the spinal cord of a paralyzed patient to allow him to stand, move his legs and make stepping motions.

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·May 16, 2017·5 min read

Study Offers Answers on Life Expectancy For Those With Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia

A new study reveals information about life expectancy for those with Parkinson's and other synucleinopathies.

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·July 5, 2017·4 min read

Increased Risk For Melanoma in Parkinson’s Patients

A new study reveals people with Parkinson's disease face a higher risk of developing melanoma skin cancer, and vice versa, than those without the diseases. Parkinson's patients were 4 times more likely to develop skin cancer than those without the movement impairing disease. Additionally, people diagnosed with melanoma were at a fourfold risk of developing Parkinson's.

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·September 4, 2017·4 min read

Genes Fueling Neuroblastoma Spread Identified

A new study reveals how LMO1 works wih the MYCN gene to fuel the spread of neuroblastoma brain cancer.

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·December 28, 2017·3 min read

Try Exercise to Improve Memory and Thinking

New guidelines recommend twice weekly exercise for people with mild cognitive impairment to improve memory and cognition.

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·January 29, 2018·4 min read

“Tickling” the Brain with Electrical Stimulation Improves Memory

Low intensity electrical stimulation to specific brain areas can help to improve short term verbal memory, researchers report.

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·June 3, 2018·4 min read

Hot Flashes Can Last Longer Than You Think

A new study reveals women can experience vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause long after other symptoms of menopause have ceased and well into old age.

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·September 19, 2018·4 min read

Zombie Cells Found in Mouse Brains Prior To Cognitive Loss

Researchers report senescent, or Zombie, cells accumulate in certain neurons prior to cognitive loss. By preventing accumulation of these cells, researchers were able to diminish apoptosis, memory loss and tau aggregation.

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Single Mutation in Recessive Gene Increases Risk of Earlier Onset Parkinson’s Disease

Biomarker to Speed Diagnosis of Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation Identified

High School Football Players, 1956-1970, Did Not Have Increase of Neurodegenerative Diseases

Mental Activities May Protect Against Mild Cognitive Impairment

Man Moves Paralyzed Legs Using Device That Stimulates Spinal Cord

Study Offers Answers on Life Expectancy For Those With Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia

Increased Risk For Melanoma in Parkinson’s Patients

Genes Fueling Neuroblastoma Spread Identified

Try Exercise to Improve Memory and Thinking

“Tickling” the Brain with Electrical Stimulation Improves Memory

Hot Flashes Can Last Longer Than You Think

Zombie Cells Found in Mouse Brains Prior To Cognitive Loss

Chronic Stress and Depression Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk

Playful Brains: Early Years Play Shapes Children’s Futures

Sleep Struggles Link to Elevated Risk of Hypertension

MDMA Makes People Feel More Connected During Conversations

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