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FDA APPROVED carbidopa and levodopa (Crexont) over an image the substantia nigra and a neuron containing Lewy bodies.

New Extended-Release Parkinson's Drug Approved

Novel levodopa and carbidopa formulation led to more time without troublesome dyskinesia

A computer rendering of Lewy Bodies inside neurons.

Parkinson's Dementia May Be Less Common Than Once Thought

Progression from normal cognition to dementia may have a fairly long window of time

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

David Lynch's Emphysema; Trump Losing His Train of Thought; Emergency Blood Shortage

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

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Three Years After COVID Hospitalization, Cognitive Problems Persist and Worsen

Some early pandemic patients dropped IQ points and did not return to their jobs

Neuro Break over a computer rendering of neurons.

Omega-3 and Alzheimer's Gene; Parkinson's Microbiome Transplant; The Role of Reelin

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

AAIC over a photo of Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA

Coffee-Dementia Link Continues to Unfurl

Two studies hint at protective relationships for some coffee and tea drinkers

AAIC over a photo of Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA

Intermittent Fasting May Improve Memory, Executive Function, Early Trial Suggests

Exploratory study lays groundwork for larger trials to evaluate brain health

A photo of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey after taking the Ice Bucket Challenge.

Ten Years Later, the Ice Bucket Challenge Is Again Fundraising for ALS

The campaign has raised $250 million so far and led to an added $1 billion in research funding

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Expert Panel: Target These 14 Factors to Cut Dementia Incidence by Nearly Half

Update from Lancet Commission adds vision loss, high LDL to previous list

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Dementia Risk Linked With Processed Red Meat

Swapping out weekly hot dog or serving of bacon for nuts and legumes tied to lower dementia odds

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Hint of Alzheimer's Benefit Seen With GLP-1 Drug

Slower cognitive decline, less brain volume loss in early liraglutide study

A photo of Jennifer Wexton using an AI program on her iPad at her home in Leesburg, Virginia.

After a Neuro Disorder Stole Her Voice, Rep. Jennifer Wexton Takes It Back

The congresswoman will give the first ever speech via a voice cloned by AI on the House floor

A computer rendering of neurons.

Persistent Anxiety Tied to Future Dementia

Both chronic and new-onset anxiety raised dementia risk in older adults

NeuroBreak over a computer rendering of neurons.

Vitamin D-MS Link; Nootropic Gummies Laced With Psilocybin; Forecasting Seizures

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

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Jon Stewart Pushes VA to Help Veterans Sickened by Post-9/11 Exposure to Uranium

Thousands have reported complex medical conditions, some known to be linked to radiation exposure

A photo of a woman assisting a young man who is wearing an overground robot-assisted gait training suit.

Robot-Assisted Gait Training Helps Motor Function in Kids With Cerebral Palsy

Randomized clinical trial shows advantage over standard physical therapy

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Sexual and Gender Minorities Twice as Likely to Report Epilepsy

Reasons behind the findings are unclear

A computer rendering of the brain鈥檚 limbic system.

New Alzheimer's Mimic Identified

Memory-loss syndrome predominantly affects limbic system

Neuro Break over a computer rendering of neurons.

Dementia and Sleep; Functional Neurologic Disorder and Long COVID; Autism-Gut Link?

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

A computer rendering of Lewy bodies in a nerve cell.

Parkinsonism in Athletes Linked With Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Pathology

CTE pathology, not Lewy body pathology, seen in most cases

A photo of a newborn undergoing a heel prick screening test.

Newborn Screening Downgrades Prevalence of SMA

The first spinal muscular atrophy prevalence data based on screening came in lower than expected

A computer rendering of amyloid plaques forming on a nerve cell.

Personalized Alzheimer's Progression Predicted by Model

Tool estimates how fast cognitive decline will occur in amyloid-positive patients

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Bad Air Quality in Pregnancy Hikes Cerebral Palsy Risk in Offspring

Study finds yet another problem linked to fine particulate pollution

Neuro Break over a computer rendering of neurons.

Your Brain on Mars; Differential Dementia Diagnosis by AI; ALS Gene Identified

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

A photo of White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre taking questions during the daily briefing.

Answers to Some of the Questions About Biden's Health and Medical History

White House say Biden has seen a neurologist only three times, tied to annual physicals

Avoiding Neuropathy From Chemo; Predictive Value of Screening EKGs

Also in TTHealthWatch: OUD medication use, and heart disease trends in the U.K.

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Cognitive Impairments Observed in Patients With Functional Seizures

Small cognitive differences were detected between functional seizure and epilepsy groups

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Biden's Checkup; Sanjay Gupta Says Prez Should Get Cognitive Test; July 4 Injuries

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

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Midlife Cognition Tied to Inflammation Years Earlier

Consistently high CRP levels over 18 years raised the risk of poor cognitive function

A photo of a nurse interacting with a hospitalized COVID patient while two other nurses tend to them.

Delirium During COVID Hospitalization Raises Disability, Cognitive Risks

At-risk older adults should be screened, referred early for rehabilitation, researcher urges

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Alzheimer's Researcher Indicted; Predicting Parkinson's Progression; Fitness and ALS

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

A computer rendering of a nerve cell and neurofibrillary tangle.

Alzheimer's Gets a New Definition

Controversial criteria for diagnosis are based on biomarkers

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Neuromuscular Training Decreased Incidence of Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Incidence significantly reduced with two types of exercises versus usual care

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Did Cold Medications Affect Biden's Debate Performance?

How the American people assess the debate hinges on the answer

A photo of a microphone in front of a computer monitor displaying an audio waveform.

AI Helps Predict Dementia Using Speech Patterns

Voice recordings may spot who's likely to progress to Alzheimer's dementia in 6 years

Neuro Break over a computer rendering of neurons.

Blood Panel Predicts Parkinson's; Transgender Neurologic Care; Rare COVID Case

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

A computer rendering of amyloid plaque on a nerve cell.

Alzheimer's Amyloid Tied to Circadian Disruption Earlier in Life

Sleep fragmentation may be an Alzheimer's risk factor, data suggest

FDA APPROVED efgartigimod alfa and hyaluronidase-qvfc (Vyvgart Hytrulo) over a computer rendering of a neuron.

New Treatment Approved for Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy

Efgartigimod injection reduced CIDP relapse risk

FDA delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl (Elevidys) over an image dystrophin in Duchenne muscular dystrophy muscle cells.

Gene Therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Gets Expanded Approval

Primary endpoint wasn't met, but other outcomes provided "substantial evidence of effectiveness"

A computer renedering of a baby in the womb its brain highlighted.

Prenatal Maternal Distress During Pandemic Tied to Newborn Brain Development

Study highlights the importance of assessing stress, mental health of pregnant women

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