Neurology

– These articles focus mainly on neurology research.
– What is neurology?
– Definition of neurology: a science involved in the study of the nervous systems, especially of the diseases and disorders affecting them.
– Neurology research can include information involving brain research, neurological disorders, medicine, brain cancer, peripheral nervous systems, central nervous systems, nerve damage, brain tumors, seizures, neurosurgery, electrophysiology, BMI, brain injuries, paralysis and spinal cord treatments.

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·December 13, 2016·6 min read

Brain Shrinkage in Multiple Sclerosis Associated With Leaked Protein in Blood

Findings could provide a new avenue for treating multiple sclerosis, researcher report.

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·December 13, 2016·5 min read

Researchers Identify New Epilepsy Gene Network

Researchers have identified a network of 320 genes they believe to be associated with epilepsy.

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·December 13, 2016·4 min read

Stimulator Bypasses Spine Injury and Helps Patients Move Hands

A new spinal stimulator shows promise in helping those with spinal cord injuries to regain some movement and strength in their hands.

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·December 12, 2016·2 min read

Are Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Associated With Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk?

Study reveals statins are associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, but the reduction of risk varied by race, ethnicity and statin type.

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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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·December 12, 2016·4 min read

Neuromotor Problems At the Core of Autism

Researchers warn using psychotropic medications to treat autism could make neuromotor problems worse.

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·December 10, 2016·7 min read

Unique Visual Stimulation May Be New Treatment For Alzheimer’s

Inducing gamma oscillations appears to suppress amyloid production and could prove an effective treatment potential for Alzheimer's.

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·December 10, 2016·3 min read

A Potential Driver of Age and Alzheimer’s Related Memory Loss

A new study reports reduced levels of Rheb result in memory loss in animal models of dementia.

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·December 9, 2016·4 min read

Shedding Light on a Cell That May Contribute to Alzheimer’s and ALS

New research could help scientist better understand the role of astrocytes in neurodegenerative diseases.

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·December 9, 2016·4 min read

Insomnia Prevalent in Asthmatics

Researchers report an increased risk of insomnia in people who suffer from asthma. Additionally, insomnia is also associated with worse control of the illness, depression and other health issues.