Nervous System Health

VIDEO October 2

After paralyzing bike crash, man regains mobility with experimental drug

Pennsylvania biker Larry Williams discusses his experience with the experimental NVG-291 trial, as the injection has helped him move more freely after his accident.

NFL September 26

Gunman in deadly NFL office shooting had 'low-stage' CTE, medical examiner says

Shane Tamura had "unambiguous evidence" of chronic traumatic encephalopathy when he opened fire at the NFL office in New York, killing four including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam.

Health September 24

Girl shot in head during Minneapolis church massacre making ‘miraculous’ recovery

The family of Sophia Forchas shares an update on the 12-year-old's recovery after she was critically injured in a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis.

Health September 12

New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop

Scientists developed a non-invasive MRI technique to measure brain iron levels, which may help identify patients at higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease early.

Health September 11

Common prescription drugs linked to surge in fall-related death rates among seniors

Certain prescription medications, including beta-blockers and gabapentinoids, could increase fall risk in older adults, as some experts claim that reducing unnecessary drugs could prevent injuries.

Health September 8

'Harmless' virus found lurking in Parkinson's patients' brains, new study shows

Researchers discovered Human Pegivirus in brain tissue from five of ten Parkinson's patients, suggesting the virus may play a role in the neurodegenerative disease.

Health September 2

Early Alzheimer’s signs detected in 3 minutes with new brainwave test

A new passive brainwave test records brain activity while patients view images to detect memory-related changes linked to early Alzheimer's development.

Health September 1

Dementia risk slashed with one common health intervention, study finds

Treating hearing loss with hearing aids may prevent dementia, as 40% of dementia cases are linked to modifiable risk factors like untreated hearing loss.

Health August 24

Omega-3 may help to protect women from Alzheimer’s disease, new study says

Research reveals biological differences in lipids between sexes as two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer's disease are women, study suggests dietary changes.

Country August 23

Country star Ronnie McDowell told son he was 'having a stroke' during live performance

Country star Ronnie McDowell reveals what he told his son as he was suffering a stroke mid-performance at a Pennsylvania music festival earlier this summer.

Health August 20

Jeff Bezos’ mom’s death spotlights Lewy body dementia symptoms and risks

Jackie Bezos, mother of Jeff Bezos, has died at 78 after battling Lewy body dementia, a complex neurological disorder that affects brain chemicals and cognitive function.