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Defining the New Normal in Aging
February 27, 2013 Researcher says terms such as "normal," "healthy" or "successful" aging can prejudice our views of ... > full story -
New Clot Removal Devices Show Promise for Treating Stroke Patients
February 25, 2013 Specialists are treating patients with a new generation of blood clot removal devices that show promise in successfully revascularizing stroke patients, including those with large vessel blockages. ... > full story -
Preventing Chronic Pain With Stress Management
February 25, 2013 For chronic pain sufferers, such as people who develop back pain after a car accident, avoiding the harmful effects of stress may be key to managing their condition. This is particularly important ... > full story -
Ability of Brain to Protect Itself from Damage Revealed
February 24, 2013 The origin of an innate ability the brain has to protect itself from damage that occurs in stroke has been explained for the first time. Researchers hope that harnessing this inbuilt biological ... > full story -
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Molecular System That Could Help Develop Potential Treatments for Conditions Such as Alzheimer's Disease Identified
February 21, 2013 Scientists have identified the molecular system that contributes to the harmful inflammatory reaction in the brain during neurodegenerative diseases. An important aspect of chronic neurodegenerative ... > full story -
People With Disabilities at Greater Risk of Violence and Subsequent Mental Ill-Health
February 20, 2013 People with disabilities are at a greater risk of being the victims of violence and of suffering mental ill health when victimized, according to new ... > full story -
Omega-3 Lipid Emulsions Markedly Protect Brain After Stroke in Mouse Study
February 20, 2013 Triglyceride lipid emulsions rich in an omega-3 fatty acid injected within a few hours of an ischemic stroke can decrease the amount of damaged brain tissue by 50 percent or more in mice, reports a ... > full storyMore: -
Antioxidants in Your Diet May Not Reduce Risk of Stroke or Dementia, Study Suggests
February 20, 2013 Contrary to other research, a new study found that the total level of antioxidants in people’s diets is not related to their risk of developing stroke or dementia. Antioxidants such as ... > full story -
Smoking Cessation in Old Age: Less Heart Attacks and Strokes Within Five Years
February 20, 2013 Smokers increase their risk of myocardial infarction (heart attack) and stroke with every cigarette they smoke. Conversely, those who quit smoking even at an advanced age will have a considerable ... > full story -
It's Not Just Amyloid: White Matter Hyperintensities and Alzheimer's Disease
February 19, 2013 New findings suggest that along with amyloid deposits, white matter hyperintensities may be a second necessary factor for the development of Alzheimer's ... > full story
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