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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·March 9, 2016·5 min read

Changes in Heart Activity May Signal Epilepsy

According to a new study, the heart rate during sleep in children with epilepsy is significantly slower than in those without the condition.

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·March 9, 2016·3 min read

Researchers Identify Virus and Two Types of Bacteria as Major Causes of Alzheimer’s

A new editorial indicates certain microbes may be responsible for Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 8, 2016·3 min read

Video Games May Improve Brain Connections and Cognition in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

A new study reports playing brain training video games may help strengthen brain connections and improve cognitive abilities in people with MS.

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·March 7, 2016·4 min read

High Coffee Consumption Daily Could Lower Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Researchers report a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis in people who drink six or more cups of coffee a day.

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·March 7, 2016·3 min read

Alzheimer’s Plaques Attack Language Center of the Brain

Researchers discover amyloid accumulation is greater on the left side of the brain with many individuals living with PPA.

PET scans show AB spots in the brain of an Alzheimer's patient.

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·March 7, 2016·3 min read

Alzheimer’s Protein More Versatile Than Previously Thought

Amyloid beta pathology may be more versatile than previously thought, a new study reports.

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·March 7, 2016·4 min read

Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy Increases Multiple Sclerosis Risk in Offspring

According to researchers, pregnant women who are deficient in vitamin D have significantly higher risk of their offspring developing MS during adulthood.

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·March 7, 2016·4 min read

Love Hormone Oxytocin Relieves Pain

Researchers have discovered that the so-called love hormone, oxytocin, may also help to relieve pain.

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·March 7, 2016·3 min read

Does A ‘Western Diet’ Increase Alzheimer’s Risk?

Having a sedentary lifestyle and eating a western diet is linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study reports.

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·March 5, 2016·5 min read

Early Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Defined

Researchers have identified a biomarker that is associated with the activation of an innate immune response to neural damage during the early stages of Alzheimer's disease.