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Enzyme May Be A Key To Alzheimer's-related Cell Death
A researcher has discovered
that the amount of an enzyme
present in neurons can
affect the mechanism thought
to cause cell death in
Alzheimer's disease patients
... > full story
Stroke Rehabilitation Technology That's Fun And Can Be Used At Home
Stroke rehabilitation
technology which patients
can operate in their own
homes while playing computer
games, is being developed by
... > full story
Nicotine Creates Stronger Memories, Cues To Drug Use
Ever wonder why former
smokers miss lighting up
most when they are in a bar
or after a meal with
friends? Researchers say
nicotine, the addictive
... > full story
How To Boost Value Of Alzheimer's-fighting Compounds
The polyphenols found in red
wine are thought to help
prevent Alzheimer's disease,
and new research has shown
that some of those compounds
in fact reach the brain. ... > full story
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Estrogen And Stroke Risk: Long Period Of Estrogen Deprivation Can Lead To Loss Of Sensitivity And Protective Effects In The Brain
November 4, 2009 — A new study shows that a long period of estrogen deprivation can lead to loss of sensitivity and protective effects in the brain and weaken areas normally resistant to stroke ... > full story -
Researchers Find Yoga May Be Effective For Chronic Low Back Pain In Minority Populations
November 4, 2009 — Researchers have found that yoga may be more effective than standard treatment for reducing chronic low back pain in minority ... > full story -
New Step Forward For Stroke Patients
November 3, 2009 — New research, using an existing and inexpensive drug could help thousands of stroke patients to recover their mobility at a faster rate. Medical researchers are investigating whether L-Dopa (commonly ... > full story -
Pain Thresholds Linked To Inflammation And Sleep Problems In Arthritis Patients
November 2, 2009 — Despite recent advances in anti-inflammatory therapy, many rheumatoid arthritis patients continue to suffer from pain. Researchers have found that inflammation is associated with heightened pain ... > full story -
Fish Oil May Protect Against Stroke From Ruptured Carotid Artery Plaques
November 1, 2009 — Unstable carotid artery plaques -- those in danger of rupturing and leading to a stroke -- contain more inflammation and significantly less omega-3 fatty acids than asymptomatic plaques, according to ... > full story -
Migraine With Aura Doubles Risk Of Stroke
October 29, 2009 — Migraine with aura (temporary visual or sensory disturbances before or during a migraine headache) is associated with a twofold increased risk of stroke, finds a new study. Further risk factors for ... > full story -
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Widely Used Cholesterol-lowering Drug May Prevent Progression
October 29, 2009 — Simvastatin, a commonly used, cholesterol-lowering drug, may prevent Parkinson's disease from progressing further. Neurological researchers conducted a study examining the use of the FDA-approved ... > full story -
Does Diabetes Speed Up Memory Loss In Alzheimer's Disease?
October 28, 2009 — Research has shown that diabetes increases the risk of Alzheimer's disease and the risk of memory loss in people who don't have Alzheimer's disease. But it hasn't been clear whether people with ... > full story -
Increased Stroke Risk From Birth Control Pills, Review Finds
October 27, 2009 — Birth control pills nearly double the risk of stroke, according to a new review article. For women who take the Pill and also smoke, have high blood pressure or have a history of migraine headaches, ... > full story -
Understanding The Brain's Natural Foil For Over-excited Neurons
October 20, 2009 — Glutamate is to the brain like coffee is to our bodies. A cup of Joe in the morning can wake us, but overloading on caffeine causes the stimulant to work against ... > full story
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