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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
Non-invasive Brain Surgery Moves A Step Closer
Medical researchers have
completed a pilot study
using transcranial MR-guided
focused ultrasound to treat
10 patients with neuropathic
pain. ... > full story
Longer Life For Milk Drinkers, Study Suggests
Drinking milk can lessen the
chances of dying from
illnesses such as coronary
heart disease (CHD) and
stroke by up to 15-20%
according to new research.
... > 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 -
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 -
Poor Leadership Poses A Health Risk At Work
November 2, 2009 — Perceived poor managerial leadership increases not only the amount of sick leave taken at a workplace, but also the risk of sickness amongst employees later on in life. The longer a person has had a ... > 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 -
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 -
Added Oxygen During Stroke Reduces Brain Tissue Damage
October 20, 2009 — Scientists have countered findings of previous clinical trials by showing that giving supplemental oxygen to animals during a stroke can reduce damage to brain tissue surrounding the clot. The timing ... > full story -
Protein May Predict Heart Attack And Early Death, Not Stroke
October 20, 2009 — People with high levels of a protein called C-reactive protein, a marker for inflammation in the blood, may be at higher risk for heart attack and death but not stroke, according to a new ... > full story -
Women With Diabetes At Increased Risk For Irregular Heart Rhythm
October 19, 2009 — Diabetes increases by 26 percent the likelihood that women will develop atrial fibrillation, a potentially dangerous irregular heart rhythm that can lead to stroke, heart failure, and chronic ... > full story
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