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The global imbalance of neurological conditions

Stroke is the most burdensome neurological condition globally, leading with 160 million DALYs in 2021.

There is a significant disparity in the distribution of neurological specialists between high- and low-income regions.

LGBTQ+ people are more likely to develop dementia & other mental health issues - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ individuals face higher risks for neurological conditions such as dementia and depression compared to cisgender and heterosexual individuals.

The global imbalance of neurological conditions

Stroke is the most burdensome neurological condition globally, leading with 160 million DALYs in 2021.

There is a significant disparity in the distribution of neurological specialists between high- and low-income regions.

LGBTQ+ people are more likely to develop dementia & other mental health issues - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ individuals face higher risks for neurological conditions such as dementia and depression compared to cisgender and heterosexual individuals.

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What to know about Parkinson's disease after Brett Favre's announcement

Brett Favre, after retirement, revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis, illustrating the personal impact of the disease on an individual previously active in sports.

Woman drips with sweat from a bite of food due to rare nerve-wiring mix-up

Nerve regeneration after injury can lead to functional recovery but may also result in conditions like gustatory hyperhidrosis.

Gustatory hyperhidrosis occurs when the nerves controlling saliva and sweating become entangled post-surgery.

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Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite, could someday deliver drugs to the brain

Researchers are exploring the use of parasites like Toxoplasma gondii to deliver therapeutic proteins into the brain for treating neurological conditions.

Engineered brain parasite ferries useful proteins into neurons

A parasite found in cat feces or undercooked meat can potentially deliver therapeutic proteins to the brain.

Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite, could someday deliver drugs to the brain

Researchers are exploring the use of parasites like Toxoplasma gondii to deliver therapeutic proteins into the brain for treating neurological conditions.

Engineered brain parasite ferries useful proteins into neurons

A parasite found in cat feces or undercooked meat can potentially deliver therapeutic proteins to the brain.

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Doctor demands overhaul of NHS psychiatric care after brother's death

Without fundamental reform of psychiatric care, there will be more avoidable deaths.

Missed opportunities in psychiatric care, including inadequate assessments and failures to recognize symptoms, contributed to avoidable deaths.

Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill-health worldwide, finds study

Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill-health globally, affecting 3.4 billion people in 2021.

The rise in neurological conditions is attributed to factors like population growth, increased life expectancy, environmental risks, obesity, and diet.

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