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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Neurologist says this morning drink could help protect against dementia

A neurologist claims that drinking coffee may reduce the risk of dementia based on recent research findings.

Feb 27 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Is a breakthrough in Parkinson's treatment within reach?

Estonian scientists are developing small molecules that mimic the effects of GDNF in the brain, aiming to advance Parkinson's disease treatment.

Feb 27 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A Woman's Life Changed to Hell: I Would Rather Give Birth to Ten Children in a Row than Experience This Pain

Gabrielle De'Athe has experienced a nightmare scenario starting from a simple toothache, leading to a debilitating diagnosis of atypical trigeminal neuralgia that has taken away her work and social life.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Early diagnosed dementia allows for a longer preservation of quality of life. An interview with a neurologist

The article discusses the nature of dementia as a disease rather than a normal part of aging and highlights the importance of early diagnosis.

Feb 27 • 08:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Friedreich's Ataxia. A Rare Disease Difficult to Identify

Friedreich's Ataxia remains underdiagnosed in Poland, with a lack of concrete data on the number of patients suffering from this condition.

Feb 25 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Neurologists alert to lack of evidence on the action of poly-L-lysine in spinal cord injury

Brazilian neurologists warn about insufficient scientific evidence supporting the use of poly-L-lysine for treating spinal cord injuries in humans.

Feb 23 • 18:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Patient from Sergipe receives treatment with polylaminin

A 27-year-old woman from Sergipe has received a groundbreaking treatment involving polylaminin, which may restore movement to individuals with paraplegia or quadriplegia.

Feb 23 • 16:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Direct Tip from a Neurologist – 'Please Don't Do That'

A neurologist advises on simple ways to enhance brain health during a webinar.

Feb 23 • 06:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A neurologist explained in detail the relationship between glucose spikes and Alzheimer's

A recent study highlights a potential link between post-meal glucose spikes and an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Feb 22 • 11:08 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Migraine is more than just a headache. A neurologist explains the four stages

This article discusses the complexity of migraines beyond just headaches, highlighting the four distinct stages of a migraine attack as explained by a neurologist.

Feb 22 • 02:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Conrado Estol, neurologist: "Insomnia affects the quality of life"

Neurologist Conrado Estol discusses the impact of insomnia on quality of life and shares tips to improve sleep health.

Feb 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why your most creative ideas may appear after a night of sleep

A study suggests that dreaming, particularly during REM sleep, may enhance creative problem-solving.

Feb 19 • 11:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ana Fernández-Arcos, neurologist: "Some people give so much importance to dreams that they can change their lives"

Ana Fernández-Arcos discusses the significance of dreams and advances in sleep medicine during her interview.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Ana Fernández-Arcos, neurologist: "Some people give so much importance to dreams that they can change their lives"

Neuroscientist Ana Fernández-Arcos discusses the significance of dreams and how they can potentially influence one's life and well-being.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Neurologist's 15-minute bedtime 'rule' makes waking up early 'easier'

A neurologist shares a 15-minute bedtime rule to help people wake up earlier by addressing sleep inertia and irregular sleep schedules.

Feb 17 • 10:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Health Check for Welcoming Parents: If Movement Slows Down and Night Terrors Increase

Observing the movements of elderly parents during the holidays can help assess their health, as changes may indicate conditions such as Parkinson's disease.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

A neurological finding explains why we procrastinate

Researchers at the University of Birmingham found that procrastination occurs because our brains perceive the effort required for tasks as less burdensome when imagined to be carried out in the future.

Feb 15 • 07:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Conrado Estol, neurologist: "If someone falls asleep in less than five minutes, it is not a superpower: it is a sign of chronic sleep deficit"

Argentinian neurologist Conrado Estol warns that falling asleep in under five minutes could indicate chronic sleep deprivation rather than exceptional ability.

Feb 14 • 18:05 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

Scientists Who Confuse Facts with Fiction / Neurologist Oliver Sacks and the Fate of the Public Intellectual

The article discusses the unique and often surreal neurological cases documented by Oliver Sacks, highlighting a blend of fact and fiction in his storytelling.

Feb 14 • 12:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Cellist Kovalová on Living with Chronic Pain: No One Prepares You for It, They Had to Carry Me Off the Stage with My Chair

Cellist Terezie Kovalová shares her experience living with chronic pain due to Scheuermann's disease and discusses her journey through depression and neurodivergence in a recent interview.

Feb 12 • 16:06 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Vilnius Woman Constantly in Pain: Doctors Diagnose 'Ticking Bomb' in the Brain

A woman from Vilnius discovers she has a brain aneurysm after suffering from migraines, leading to her seeking medical help and eventually a surgical solution.

Feb 12 • 13:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The three secrets to achieving good rest and how the environment influences it, according to a sleep specialist neurologist

A sleep specialist neurologist shares insights on how the environment impacts sleep quality and provides tips for achieving better rest.

Feb 12 • 10:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Demon Face Syndrome Distorts Everything – This Is What Faces Can Look Like

Victor Sharrah experiences a rare condition called demon face syndrome, where familiar faces appear distorted and frightening to him.

Feb 11 • 20:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A neurologist revealed the real impact of taking a glass of wine before going to bed

A neurologist discusses the effects of drinking wine before sleep and shares tips for better rest.

Feb 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Rehabilitation After Stroke Upside Down? Scientists Found an Unexpected Path to Independence

Scientists have discovered that rehabilitation methods focusing only on the weaker arm of stroke survivors may overlook the impairments of the 'healthy' arm, impacting daily activities and overall independence.

Feb 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Restless Legs Syndrome: A Tormented Leg That Doesn't Stay Still

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) disrupts sleep with uncomfortable sensations in the legs, leading to an intense urge to move them, particularly in the evening and night hours.

Feb 10 • 20:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dementia warning as Long Covid 'may trigger changes in brain similar to Alzheimer's'

A new study from NYU Langone Hospital suggests that Long Covid may cause brain changes resembling those seen in Alzheimer's disease.

Feb 10 • 16:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unimed Teresina doctor warns about care during seizure crises

Neurologist Franciluz Morais Bispo emphasizes the importance of understanding seizures and acting safely during such events.

Feb 10 • 13:59 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The diet that reduces the risk of stroke in women

Women who follow the Mediterranean diet have a lower risk of stroke, according to a study published in the journal 'Neurology Open Access' by the American Academy of Neurology.

Feb 10 • 04:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Diego Apreza, neurologist, warns about keys to detect Alzheimer: 'These early signs are often minimized'

Dr. Diego Apreza emphasizes the importance of recognizing early signs of Alzheimer’s disease to ensure timely diagnosis and improve patient quality of life.

Feb 9 • 16:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Ignored Symptoms of Parkinson's Beyond Tremor

The article discusses the lesser-known symptoms of Parkinson's disease, emphasizing the importance of early detection for better patient quality of life.

Feb 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A neurologist from the University of Virginia revealed the ideal time to wake up when one stops working

A neurologist emphasizes the importance of maintaining a consistent wake-up time after retirement to enhance daily alertness and improve nighttime sleep quality.

Feb 8 • 20:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Richard Restak, neurologist: 'If you are 65 years old or older, I recommend that you permanently abstain from alcohol'

Neurologist Richard Restak advises that individuals aged 65 and older should permanently abstain from alcohol to protect their brain health.

Feb 8 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

NEUROLOGIST WARNING: Overweight Can Trigger Debilitating Disease

A neurologist highlights the connection between migraines and body weight, emphasizing that excess weight can exacerbate migraine severity and frequency.

Feb 8 • 16:48 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

This tiny implant sends secret messages to the brain

Researchers are developing small brain implants that can send secret messages to the brain, potentially enhancing communication between brains and computers.

Feb 8 • 11:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Neurologist shares three simple diet changes to reduce stroke and dementia risk

A neurologist shares three dietary adjustments that can help lower the risk of stroke and dementia.

Feb 8 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Neurologist explains how the brain benefits from the practice of physical exercises

The article discusses how the brain strengthens and develops through challenges, much like muscles do during physical exercise.

Feb 7 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

When imagination is blind

A significant portion of the population, about 4%, suffers from a condition called aphantasia, where they cannot form mental images in their minds.

Feb 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Neurolog from Sveti Duh: Stroke More Often Affects Women

Neurolog Hrvoje Budinčević discussed the higher prevalence of strokes in women, the importance of recognizing early symptoms, and the critical time frame for saving lives in Croatia, where strokes annually claim more women's lives than breast cancer.

Feb 6 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

The 5 Appointments to Make Now to Slow Down Your Brain Aging

This article discusses five essential health consultations to help preserve brain health and slow cognitive decline according to neurologist Dr. Nicolas Villain.

Feb 6 • 05:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

An Unusual Symptom of Dementia Occurs Always at the Same Time of Day

The article discusses a peculiar warning sign of dementia that typically appears at the same time each day, highlighting the importance of seeking medical advice.

Feb 5 • 21:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Conrado Estol revealed why it is bad to put your head on the pillow and fall asleep instantly

Argentinian neurologist Conrado Estol explains the negative effects of falling asleep immediately upon lying down and emphasizes the importance of restorative sleep.

Feb 5 • 20:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

What is insomnia? A neurologist explains what happens in the body – both blood vessels and brain suffer

Dr. Eglė Sakalauskaitė-Juodeikienė from Vilnius University emphasizes that chronic insomnia is a serious condition with clear biological mechanisms and significant consequences for the entire body, especially the cardiovascular system.

Feb 5 • 15:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Late: know the condition that changes the understanding of dementia in the elderly

The article discusses Late, a condition affecting older adults that can account for up to one in five dementia cases, distinguishing it from Alzheimer's disease and highlighting its neurological basis.

Feb 5 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

SP neurologist who received polylaminate after spinal injury reports improvement, but urges caution

Dr. Vicente José Schiavão, a 69-year-old neurologist from Avaré, Brazil, is experiencing recovery after receiving polylaminate post-spinal fracture but advises caution as the substance is still in testing stages.

Feb 5 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The race to unravel the causes of migraines, one of the least understood disorders by science

This article discusses the complexities of migraines, emphasizing their status as the second most common cause of disability worldwide and the ongoing scientific efforts to understand them.

Feb 4 • 11:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a neurologist - this is why you should never sit for too long on the toilet

A neurologist warns that sitting too long on the toilet can lead to serious medical emergencies, sharing insights from his own experience in a TikTok video.

Feb 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Free check of brain and nervous system health, here’s when and where

In anticipation of National Wear Red Day, which raises awareness about stroke in women, a free neurological health check will be available on February 4th at Trg Petra Preradovića.

Feb 3 • 14:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Neurologist says 'see a GP' if you wake up at night with uncomfortable symptom

Dr. Mina, a neurologist, advises people who frequently wake up at night with discomfort to consider consulting a general practitioner.

Feb 3 • 10:27 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Havlíčkův Brod Hospital Now Provides Care After Stroke; Part of the Facility Underwent Renovation

Havlíčkův Brod Hospital has completed renovations and is now officially providing specialized care for stroke patients with an expanded neurology unit.

Jan 15 • 19:22 UTC

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