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Weeks After Stroke, Some Patients Develop Chronic, Debilitating Pain
May 8, 2013 — Nearly 1 in 10 stroke patients suffer chronic and debilitating pain, typically described as sharp, stabbing or burning. It is treatable with medications and magnetic or electrical stimulation of the ... > full story -
Sunshine Could Benefit Health and Prolong Life, Study Suggests
May 7, 2013 — Exposing skin to sunlight may help to reduce blood pressure, cut the risk of heart attack and stroke -- and even prolong life, a study ... > full story -
Using Anticholinergics for as Few as 60 Days Causes Memory Problems in Older Adults
May 7, 2013 — Research on medications commonly taken by older adults has found that drugs with strong anticholinergic effects cause cognitive impairment when taken continuously for as few as 60 days. A similar ... > full story -
Human Brain Cells Developed in Lab, Grow in Mice
May 3, 2013 — A key type of human brain cell developed in the laboratory grows seamlessly when transplanted into the brains of mice, researchers have discovered, raising hope that these cells might one day be used ... > full story -
Increases in Heart Disease Risk Factors May Decrease Brain Function
May 2, 2013 — Increases in heart disease risk factors may decrease brain function. The association between the two was noted in young and middle-age adults as well as the elderly. Smoking and diabetes were ... > full story -
Persistent Pain After Stressful Events May Have a Neurobiological Basis
May 2, 2013 — A new study is the first to identify a genetic risk factor for persistent pain after traumatic events such as motor vehicle collision and sexual assault. The study also contributes further evidence ... > full story -
Five 'Sudden Symptoms' of Stroke: Recognizing These Could Save a Life – Even a Young Life
May 2, 2013 — Quickly recognizing the signs of stroke and seeking immediate medical care from stroke specialists can minimize the effects of the disease or even save a life. Stroke is the fourth-leading cause of ... > full story -
Treatment by Naturopathic Doctors Shows Reduction in Cardiovascular Risk Factors
April 29, 2013 — Counseling and treatment with naturopathic care as well as enhanced usual care reduced the prevalence of metabolic syndrome, a risk factor for heart disease, by 17 percent over a year for ... > full story -
Gene Networks in Brains of Deceased Patients Reveal Potential Therapy for Alzheimer's Disease
April 25, 2013 — Most information about the cause of Alzheimer's is based on studies from animal models. Now, a study examines the brain tissue of deceased human patients and sheds light on dysfunctions in molecular ... > full story -
Gut Bacteria Byproduct Predicts Heart Attack and Stroke
April 24, 2013 — A microbial byproduct of intestinal bacteria contributes to heart disease and serves as an accurate screening tool for predicting future risks of heart attack, stroke and death in persons not ... > full story
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