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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·January 19, 2016·3 min read

Parkinson’s Patients Benefit From Aerobic Exercise

A new study reports aerobic exercise might help to slow the progression of Parkinson's disease.

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·January 19, 2016·3 min read

Learning Self Management Skills Benefit People With Dementia

People with early stage dementia benefit when they are empowered to manage their condition and socialize with others who also have dementia, a new study reports.

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·January 18, 2016·2 min read

Get Some Rest! Catch Up Sleep Can Reduce Diabetes Risk

Researchers report two consecutive nights of extended sleep may counteract the increased risk of diabetes associated with sleep loss.

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·January 18, 2016·4 min read

Can Omega 3 Levels Affect Whether B Vitamins Slow Neurodegeneration and Alzheimer’s?

A new study reports higher levels of Omega 3 can boost the neuroprotective effects of B vitamins.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·January 15, 2016·4 min read

Migraine Frequency Decreased by Medical Marijuana

Researchers report migraine patients treated with medical marijuana had a significant drop in the occurrence of their headaches.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·January 15, 2016·4 min read

Brain Waves Could Help Predict How We Respond to General Anesthetics

A new study could help doctors to predict an individual's response to general anesthetics.

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·January 14, 2016·3 min read

Men With High Levels of Urate in Blood Have Lower Risk for Parkinson’s

According to a new study, men with high levels of urate in their blood have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·January 14, 2016·4 min read

Odor Biomarker For Alzheimer’s: Urine Test Could Predict Disease Onset

Researchers have identified a uniquely identifiable odor signature in urine that appears prior to the development of Alzheimer's related brain pathologies.

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·January 13, 2016·2 min read

Novel Factor in Parkinson’s Disease Discovered

Researchers have identified a cellular defect in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease.

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·January 13, 2016·5 min read

Parkinson’s Symptoms Improved With Help of Common Dementia Drug

Researchers report a commonly prescribed dementia drug shows promise in preventing falls and improving quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease.