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·July 15, 2015·6 min read

Small Brain Lesions Could Warn of Heightened Stroke Risk

Tiny brain lesions, often disregarded by doctors, could hold clues to people at increased risk of strokes, a new study reports.

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·June 10, 2015·3 min read

Brain Changes Reflect Higher Risk of Stroke in Women Who Experience More Nighttime Hot Flashes

A new study examines the connection between hot flashes in menopause and brain health.

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·May 5, 2015·4 min read

People with Type 1 Diabetes Show Signs of Accelerated Brain Aging Related to Cognitive Problems

A new study reports people with type 1 diabetes appear to have accelerated brain aging which correlates with slower information processing.

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·August 19, 2013·2 min read

High-Flying Pilots at Increased Risk of Brain Lesions

Pilots who fly at high altitude could be at increased risk of brain lesions, a new study finds.

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·May 23, 2013·2 min read

MRI-Based Measurement Helps Predict Vascular Disease in the Brain

Using MRI neuroimaging technology, researchers were able to predict the risk for cerebrovascular disease in patients.

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·February 19, 2013·2 min read

It’s Not Just Amyloid: White Matter Hyperintensities and Alzheimer’s Disease

A new study suggest that along with amyloid deposits, white matter hyperintensities may be a second necessary factor for the development of Alzheimer’s disease.

The image shows a brain scan which shows cerebral white matter hyperintensities, lacuna and microbleeds.

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·February 13, 2013·2 min read

Blood May Hold Clues to Risk of Memory Problems After Menopause

A new study suggests that blood may hold clues to whether post-menopausal women may have an increased risk for brain damage that can lead to memory problems and an increased risk of stroke.