neurodegenerative disease

Eye tracking tests help to distinguish between two subtypes of mild cognitive impairment and their respective risks of becoming Alzheimer’s. View original article Contributor:

A new study finds that blood pressure changes in our 30s and 40s can have lasting effects on our health and links these to brain changes in our 70s. View original article Contributor:

By constructing 3D semantic maps, scientists have shown that the brain activity of comprehension is largely similar for listening and reading. View original article Contributor:

Facial numbness can occur when nerves in the face become damaged or inflamed. Find out which conditions can cause right sided facial numbness, and learn about the treatment options. View original article Contributor:

Understanding chronic pain is challenging. A recent study examined the interplay between sociological, psychological, and neurological factors. View original article Contributor:

Researchers have found variants of a gene that influence Alzheimer’s disease risk through their effect on a cerebrospinal fluid protein. View original article Contributor:

A persistent headache, or a headache that won’t go away, can have many causes. This article discusses common causes, treatment options, and when to see a doctor. View original article Contributor:

Dopamine and serotonin, or the ‘happy hormones,’ play key roles in mood, depression, and appetite, among other things. Learn about similarities, differences, and what happens when they are out of balance here. View original article Contributor:

According to a new study, the buildup of toxic tau protein in key areas of the brain leads to major brain cell loss and daytime sleepiness in Alzheimer’s. View original article Contributor:

New research finds that improving cholesterol levels by adopting a diet high in vegetables reduces exhaustion in people with multiple sclerosis. View original article Contributor: