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Genetic defects of brain immunity in childhood herpes simplex encephalitis

Herpes simplex encephalitis poses a serious threat, but early treatment can enhance prognosis.

How to Avoid a Migraine When Traveling, According to Neurologists

Travel can trigger migraines due to stress and environmental changes; however, strategic planning can minimize migraine risk.

Want better sleep? Wake up naturally instead of relying on an alarm

Waking up naturally aligns with sleep cycles, leading to feeling more alert compared to being abruptly awakened.

Why do wet dogs shake themselves dry? Neuroscience has an answer

Mammals possess complex neurological mechanisms for responding to sensations through their fur, which could lead to enhanced understanding of skin sensitivity.

Thrombectomy Does Not Improve Outcomes for Patients with Large Strokes - News Center

Endovascular thrombectomy did not significantly improve outcomes after 90 days for patients with large core strokes compared to standard care.
#oliver-sacks

Opinion | The Oliver Sacks I Knew and Loved Once Saw Himself as a Failure

The letters of Oliver Sacks offer a deeper and more complex view of his life and identity beyond his public persona.

Coming Alive, by Oliver Sacks

Oliver Sacks documented his experiences treating encephalitis lethargica patients, shaping his understanding of neurological disorders and the human condition.

Letters by Oliver Sacks review valuable insight into a curious mind

Oliver Sacks's letters reveal his profound thoughts across decades, reflecting both his medical journey and personal insights influenced by relationships, particularly with his mother.

Opinion | The Oliver Sacks I Knew and Loved Once Saw Himself as a Failure

The letters of Oliver Sacks offer a deeper and more complex view of his life and identity beyond his public persona.

Coming Alive, by Oliver Sacks

Oliver Sacks documented his experiences treating encephalitis lethargica patients, shaping his understanding of neurological disorders and the human condition.

Letters by Oliver Sacks review valuable insight into a curious mind

Oliver Sacks's letters reveal his profound thoughts across decades, reflecting both his medical journey and personal insights influenced by relationships, particularly with his mother.
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#cognitive-science

Real art in museums stimulates brain much more than reprints, study finds

Real artworks stimulate the brain significantly more than reproductions, enhancing cognitive connection and engagement.

Terminal Lucidity, Brain Injury, and the Self

Terminal lucidity challenges the belief that mind and brain are identical, suggesting an enduring self beyond brain function.

Real art in museums stimulates brain much more than reprints, study finds

Real artworks stimulate the brain significantly more than reproductions, enhancing cognitive connection and engagement.

Terminal Lucidity, Brain Injury, and the Self

Terminal lucidity challenges the belief that mind and brain are identical, suggesting an enduring self beyond brain function.
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Neuroscience Shows That Viewing Art in Museums Engages the Brain More Than Reproductions

Experiencing original art elicits a stronger emotional and neurological response compared to reproductions, as shown by EEG studies.

9 Things You Should Do for Your Brain Health Every Day, According to Neurologists

Managing chronic illnesses is vital for maintaining cognitive health as one ages.
There are modifiable risk factors that can help maintain cognitive function over time.
#dementia

This Is The One Dementia Symptom We Don't Talk About Enough

Sundowning is a condition in dementia where confusion peaks during late afternoon and evening, causing distress to individuals.

Using AI to Detect Dementia | HackerNoon

AI has the potential to aid in early detection and differentiation of various types of dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.

This Is The One Dementia Symptom We Don't Talk About Enough

Sundowning is a condition in dementia where confusion peaks during late afternoon and evening, causing distress to individuals.

Using AI to Detect Dementia | HackerNoon

AI has the potential to aid in early detection and differentiation of various types of dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.
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#health

What Is Parkinson's Disease?

Brett Favre has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which has implications for his movement and speech amid controversy over a Mississippi welfare scandal.

Researchers Are Sharing Two New Risk Factors For Dementia

Twelve modifiable risk factors, plus two new ones, contribute to 49% of dementia cases globally.
Uncontrolled diabetes and high cholesterol severely impact brain health, leading to higher dementia risk.

What to Do If You Wake Up Tired Every Day

Unrefreshing sleep leads to persistent fatigue despite adequate sleep duration.
It may signal underlying medical conditions requiring further evaluation.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a worm ate part of his brain. Experts said that's unlikely. - Poynter

Presidential candidate claimed a worm ate his brain tissue, possibly from a parasite in South Asia. Experts find it unlikely.

What Is Parkinson's Disease?

Brett Favre has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which has implications for his movement and speech amid controversy over a Mississippi welfare scandal.

Researchers Are Sharing Two New Risk Factors For Dementia

Twelve modifiable risk factors, plus two new ones, contribute to 49% of dementia cases globally.
Uncontrolled diabetes and high cholesterol severely impact brain health, leading to higher dementia risk.

What to Do If You Wake Up Tired Every Day

Unrefreshing sleep leads to persistent fatigue despite adequate sleep duration.
It may signal underlying medical conditions requiring further evaluation.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a worm ate part of his brain. Experts said that's unlikely. - Poynter

Presidential candidate claimed a worm ate his brain tissue, possibly from a parasite in South Asia. Experts find it unlikely.
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#research

Parkinson's disease shows significant link to damage in the gut

Research suggests upper gastrointestinal damage is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease, reinforcing the importance of gut health.

Northwestern Establishes New Center for Ataxia Research and Treatment - News Center

The Denning Ataxia Center aims to improve the understanding and treatment of ataxia through multidisciplinary research and patient-focused clinical care.

One-quarter of unresponsive people with brain injuries are conscious

Many patients in coma-like states may actually be conscious and aware of their environment.

Parkinson's disease shows significant link to damage in the gut

Research suggests upper gastrointestinal damage is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease, reinforcing the importance of gut health.

Northwestern Establishes New Center for Ataxia Research and Treatment - News Center

The Denning Ataxia Center aims to improve the understanding and treatment of ataxia through multidisciplinary research and patient-focused clinical care.

One-quarter of unresponsive people with brain injuries are conscious

Many patients in coma-like states may actually be conscious and aware of their environment.
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#brain-imaging

Our brains are growing. Will that help prevent dementia?

Bigger brains with increasing volume and surface area observed in recent generations, potentially linked to reduced risk of age-related dementia.

Third Time's The Charm: Dr. Aaron Filler Discusses Findings In Pauline Newman Case

Neurosurgeons have a deeper responsibility for interpreting medical images compared to neurologists, which impacts their decision-making in surgery.

Our brains are growing. Will that help prevent dementia?

Bigger brains with increasing volume and surface area observed in recent generations, potentially linked to reduced risk of age-related dementia.

Third Time's The Charm: Dr. Aaron Filler Discusses Findings In Pauline Newman Case

Neurosurgeons have a deeper responsibility for interpreting medical images compared to neurologists, which impacts their decision-making in surgery.
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#brain-health

LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study

LGBTQ+ individuals face greater risk for adverse brain health outcomes due to systemic discrimination, not their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Scientists Find Human Brains Are Getting Larger and Larger

Bigger brains may help stave off dementia
Larger brains could be tied to improved brain health

neuroClues wants to put high speed eye tracking tech in the doctor's office | TechCrunch

Eyes can reveal brain health issues; neuroClues innovates eye-tracking for Parkinson's & more.

LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study

LGBTQ+ individuals face greater risk for adverse brain health outcomes due to systemic discrimination, not their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Scientists Find Human Brains Are Getting Larger and Larger

Bigger brains may help stave off dementia
Larger brains could be tied to improved brain health

neuroClues wants to put high speed eye tracking tech in the doctor's office | TechCrunch

Eyes can reveal brain health issues; neuroClues innovates eye-tracking for Parkinson's & more.
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#mental-health

Anosognosia: What happens when a person is unaware of their mental disorder?

Many individuals with mental health issues do not recognize their disorders, impacting families and relationships.

1906: The dawn of Alzheimer's disease

Historical studies mark significant progress in understanding and managing mental health disorders, influencing modern practices.

Anosognosia: What happens when a person is unaware of their mental disorder?

Many individuals with mental health issues do not recognize their disorders, impacting families and relationships.

1906: The dawn of Alzheimer's disease

Historical studies mark significant progress in understanding and managing mental health disorders, influencing modern practices.
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Patients Are Turning to Vibrators to Relieve Their Migraines

Vibration therapy shows promise as a potential treatment for migraines, providing relief for sufferers like Jack who found success using it.
#medical-research

Francisco Lopera, Pioneer in Alzheimer's Research, Dies at 73

Dr. Francisco Lopera significantly advanced Alzheimer's research through his work with a large Colombian family, identifying genetic causes and focusing on care for affected patients.

Strange Visual Auras Could Hold the Key to Better Migraine Treatments

Research sheds light on migraine triggers, particularly the role of cerebrospinal fluid and new proteins that could lead to better treatments.

Francisco Lopera, Pioneer in Alzheimer's Research, Dies at 73

Dr. Francisco Lopera significantly advanced Alzheimer's research through his work with a large Colombian family, identifying genetic causes and focusing on care for affected patients.

Strange Visual Auras Could Hold the Key to Better Migraine Treatments

Research sheds light on migraine triggers, particularly the role of cerebrospinal fluid and new proteins that could lead to better treatments.
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The sweeping reorganisation of the brain in pregnancy, and why it matters podcast

Research reveals profound neurological changes during pregnancy that may help understand conditions like pre-eclampsia and postnatal depression.
from Irish Independent
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Surgeon tells of joy after separating conjoined twins Minal and Mirha in 14-hour operation

The conjoined twins Minal and Mirha are recovering well after a complex surgery performed by Prof Jeelani's team in Turkey.
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The Country Doctor' Who Upended Our Understanding of Dementia

Dr. Francisco Lopera's pioneering work in Alzheimer's research was characterized by his deep commitment to understanding familial and genetic links to dementia.

People Are Opening Up About Their Most Mortifying Experiences At The Doctor, And It's Deeply Disturbing

Misdiagnosis can lead to unfairly dismissing a patient's pain, as experienced by a young girl due to a neurologist's oversight.
The importance of thorough investigation and referrals in medical diagnosis, particularly regarding mental health and neurological conditions.
#synesthesia

What's White About White Noise?

Synesthetic metaphors enrich language by linking different sensory experiences, showcasing cultural beliefs and sensory interrelationships.

Man with bizarre condition sees pink every time he orgasms

The case of Mr. R. reveals how synesthesia can manifest uniquely during sexual experiences.

What's White About White Noise?

Synesthetic metaphors enrich language by linking different sensory experiences, showcasing cultural beliefs and sensory interrelationships.

Man with bizarre condition sees pink every time he orgasms

The case of Mr. R. reveals how synesthesia can manifest uniquely during sexual experiences.
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#brain-injury

1 in 4 Unresponsive People with Brain Injuries May Be Conscious

A significant portion of patients with severe brain injuries may be conscious despite a lack of physical responsiveness.

Unresponsive Brain-Damaged Patients May Have Some Awareness

A quarter of patients in unresponsive states may have some level of consciousness, indicating a need for advanced diagnostic procedures.

1 in 4 Unresponsive People with Brain Injuries May Be Conscious

A significant portion of patients with severe brain injuries may be conscious despite a lack of physical responsiveness.

Unresponsive Brain-Damaged Patients May Have Some Awareness

A quarter of patients in unresponsive states may have some level of consciousness, indicating a need for advanced diagnostic procedures.
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New Alzheimer's blood tests may be headed to your doctor's office. Here's what to know

New blood tests are being developed to aid in faster and more accurate Alzheimer's disease diagnosis.
#parkinsons-disease

New video test for Parkinson's uses AI to track how the disease is progressing

The University of Florida developed an AI-based video-processing system to track Parkinson's disease progression, enabling better patient care.

White House releases more details on Biden's health after press room shouting match

Clarification provided by the White House that Joe Biden has not seen a neurologist outside of his annual physicals, addressing concerns of a Parkinson's disease specialist visiting the White House.

How Is Parkinson's Disease Diagnosed?

Speculation on President Biden's health arose due to his debate performance and a neurologist's visits, despite the White House clarifying the reasons behind the specialist's presence.

New video test for Parkinson's uses AI to track how the disease is progressing

The University of Florida developed an AI-based video-processing system to track Parkinson's disease progression, enabling better patient care.

White House releases more details on Biden's health after press room shouting match

Clarification provided by the White House that Joe Biden has not seen a neurologist outside of his annual physicals, addressing concerns of a Parkinson's disease specialist visiting the White House.

How Is Parkinson's Disease Diagnosed?

Speculation on President Biden's health arose due to his debate performance and a neurologist's visits, despite the White House clarifying the reasons behind the specialist's presence.
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Must See: Sanjay Gupta Holding A Brain As He Goes Deep On RFK Jr.'s Brain Worm

Sanjay Gupta explained rare brain infection from parasitic worm due to undercooked pork consumption during Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claim.

Free Public Forum on Brain & Spinal Cord Injuries w/ Experts from UCSF, UCLA & More

Explore a free, one-day public forum on Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussions, and Spinal Cord Injury featuring leading experts sharing insights and resources.

Most Astronauts Get Space Headaches.' Scientists Want to Know Why

Space headaches are common in astronauts during the first week in space.
Microgravity triggers migraine-like symptoms in astronauts.

Doctor warns lack of sleep in young women can lead to infertility

Lack of sleep for young women can lead to various health issues like strokes, Alzheimer's, and infertility.
Causes of poor sleep can include excessive screen time, stress, and a bad diet.

A Common Virus Could Be Triggering MS - And We Might Finally Know How

Autoimmune reactions can cause chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS).
A previous Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection may contribute to the development of MS.

A Rare Visual Disorder Twists Faces Out of Shape

Veronica Smith has a rare condition called prosopometamorphopsia (PMO) where faces appear distorted in shape, texture, position, or color.
Approximately 75 cases of PMO have been reported in the past century, but little is known about the condition.

Transgender People's Neurological Needs Are Being Overlooked

The lack of education and guidelines on transgender health care in neurology has led to a gap in understanding and providing appropriate medical care to transgender individuals.
Transgender individuals may face challenges in receiving accurate and respectful medical care for neurological conditions due to outdated language and offensive terminology in scientific research.
Advocates are working to address the gaps in knowledge and improve healthcare for transgender individuals in the field of neurology.

Retraction Note: A specific amyloid- protein assembly in the brain impairs memory - Nature

The article discusses the various departments and authors involved in a research study on neurology and neuroscience.
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