Nervous System Health

Health October 24

7 key behaviors that could shield your brain from Parkinson’s disease

Specialists say certain lifestyle habits may reduce the likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease — including staying physically active and following a diet that nourishes the brain.

Health October 21

Men's brains shrink faster than women's; researchers explore Alzheimer's connection

A new study reveals that men's brains shrink faster than women's with age, yet women still develop Alzheimer's disease twice as often. Research challenges assumptions.

Health October 20

New vitamin compound shows promise for reversing Alzheimer's damage to the brain

A new vitamin K-based treatment could help replenish lost neurons in Alzheimer's patients, offering hope for slowing neurodegenerative disease progression.

Health October 20

Even small amounts of alcohol linked to higher dementia risk in older adults, study shows

Genetic analysis reveals people with higher alcohol consumption have 15-16% greater dementia risk, suggesting reducing alcohol intake could prevent cognitive decline.

Health October 14

He carries the Alzheimer’s gene but never got the disease — scientists want to know why

Doug Whitney, 76, carries a rare PSEN2 genetic mutation that causes early-onset Alzheimer's but shows no cognitive decline despite his family history.

VIDEO October 14

Alzheimer's study participant defies the odds by resisting disease

Doug Whitney from Seattle appeared to be destined to develop Alzheimer’s disease — but against all genetic odds, he has eluded the common dementia for decades.

New York Giants October 10

NFL reviewing Giants handling of concussion protocol after Brian Daboll's tense exchange with team doctor

New York Giants coach Brian Daboll apologized after shouting at the team doctor during Jaxson Dart’s concussion exam. The NFL said the incident is under review.

Health October 8

Rare neck condition could turn salon hair-washing into dangerous stroke risk

Salon hair washing can trigger rare beauty parlor stroke syndrome when neck positioning compresses arteries, though proper support reduces risk significantly.

Health October 7

Air pollution may play a bigger role in cognitive decline than anyone realized

Air pollution exposure could make Alzheimer's disease worse by speeding up brain changes that cause memory loss and impaired judgment, a Penn Medicine study finds.

Health October 6

Parkinson’s risk could increase with exposure to common chemical, study suggests

Researchers analyzed data from over 222,000 Parkinson's patients and found TCE exposure from metal degreasing and industrial cleaning may increase disease risk.

Nervous System Health October 3

Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery

A clinical trial of NVG-291 peptide drug demonstrates promising results for spinal cord injury patients, with participant Larry Williams regaining balance abilities.