Nov 19, 2012
Pregnant women who have higher levels of vitamin D in their blood may have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) than women with lower levels, while their babies may not see the same protective effect.
Nov 07, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS – For people experiencing first-time symptoms of Bell’s palsy, steroid pills very likely are the most effective known treatment for recovering full strength in the facial muscles, according to a new guideline.
Nov 07, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS – New research suggests that variants of a gene associated with obesity and body fat mass may be linked to a greater decline in memory in middle age. The study is published in the November 7, 2012, online issue of Neurology®.
Oct 29, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS – Children with migraine are more likely to have below average school performance than kids who do not have headaches, according to new research published in the October 30, 2012, print issue of Neurology®.
Oct 24, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS – A new study suggests that women who begin taking hormone therapy within five years of menopause may reduce their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The research is published in the October 24, 2012, online issue of Neurology®.
Oct 24, 2012
The American Academy of Neurology has named 30 neurologists from around the world to attend the esteemed Donald M. Palatucci Advocacy Leadership Forum, January 17-20, 2013, in San Diego, Calif.
Oct 22, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS – Exercising regularly in old age may better protect against brain shrinkage than engaging in mental or social activities, according to a new study published in the October 23, 2012, print issue of Neurology®
Oct 17, 2012
Research shows that use of popular antidepressants is linked to an increased risk of some strokes caused by bleeding in the brain, but that the risk is low.
Oct 15, 2012
New research reveals that stroke may be affecting people at a younger age. The study is published in the October 10, 2012, online issue of Neurology®
Oct 15, 2012
A new study shows that having a high amount of beta amyloid or “plaques” in the brain associated with Alzheimer’s disease may cause steeper memory decline in mentally healthy older people..