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Shifting towards personalized treatment approaches for chronic inflammatory diseases

Chronic inflammatory diseases affect 5% to 7% of the population, regardless of age or sex, from children to the elderly.

6 Nov 2023

Study highlights disparities in stroke care across socioeconomic groups

People who live in neighborhoods with lower socioeconomic status are less likely to receive clot-busting medications or undergo clot-removing procedures after they have a stroke than people who live in neighborhoods with higher socioeconomic status, according to a study published in the November 1, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

1 Nov 2023

Does the percentage of slow-wave sleep decline with aging, and are intra-individual declines associated with dementia risk?

Researchers investigated whether slow-wave sleep (SWS) proportions reduced as individuals aged and whether intra-individual decreases were linked to dementia risk.

1 Nov 2023

Researchers identify key protein biomarkers in MS patients, paving way for personalized treatment strategies

Researchers aimed to identify dependable protein biomarkers for multiple sclerosis (MS).

1 Nov 2023

Older adults with higher levels of triglycerides may have lower dementia risk

Older people who have higher levels of triglycerides, a type of fat, may have a lower risk of dementia and a slower cognitive decline over time compared to people who have lower levels, according to new research published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

25 Oct 2023

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

People who have experienced traumatic events in childhood such as abuse, neglect or household dysfunction may be more likely to experience headache disorders as adults, according to a meta-analysis published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

25 Oct 2023

AI-based MRI tools show promise in multiple sclerosis diagnosis

A groundbreaking study in NPJ Digital Medicine demonstrates the superior accuracy of AI-based imaging in diagnosing and monitoring multiple sclerosis.

23 Oct 2023

Coffee consumption reduces risk of migraines, but not other neurological diseases

Researchers use Mendelian randomization to establish a causal link between coffee consumption and reduction in migraine risk.

20 Oct 2023

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Having a COVID-19 infection is associated with an increased risk of developing the rare disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome within the next six weeks, according to a study published in the October 18, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

18 Oct 2023

Immersive VR interventions effective in reducing pain and distress among cancer patients

Immersive virtual reality-;digital technology that allows a person to experience being physically present in a non-physical world-;seems to ease the pain and distress felt by patients with cancer, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available evidence published in BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care.

16 Oct 2023

IL-17: The molecule that could revolutionize autoimmune and cancer treatments

The research paper explores the multifaceted role of the IL-17 family in immune response, covering everything from infection control to pathological conditions like autoimmune diseases and cancer. Future therapies may exploit IL-17's unique signaling pathways to offer more targeted and cost-effective treatments.

12 Oct 2023

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

Among people who report memory and thinking problems, some show no signs of a problem on standard tests, while others have subtle declines on their tests.

11 Oct 2023

New consensus practice guideline published for clinicians on the determination of brain death

New guidance has been issued for clinicians on the determination of brain death, also known as death by neurologic criteria.

11 Oct 2023

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

Canadian researchers found that patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) don't face a heightened risk of venous thromboembolism events after recovering from COVID-19 compared to those without IMIDs. However, certain comorbidities can influence this risk, emphasizing the importance of individualized patient care.

11 Oct 2023

COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination have negligible effects on migraine severity, research shows

Research published in the European Journal of Neurology indicates that COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination have negligible effects on migraine severity.

5 Oct 2023

Study links high and low levels of "good" cholesterol with dementia risk

Having either high or low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, or "good" cholesterol, is tied to a small increased risk of dementia in older adults, according to a study published in the October 4, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

4 Oct 2023

Social security overpayments draw scrutiny and outrage from members of Congress

Several members of Congress are calling on the Social Security Administration to answer for issuing billions of dollars of payments it says beneficiaries weren't entitled to receive — and then demanding the money back.

29 Sep 2023

Internet-delivered CBT may help reduce depressive symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis

Major depressive disorder affects up to 50% of all individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) at some point during their lifetime and can lead to lower quality of life, greater disease progression and higher mortality.

27 Sep 2023

More pregnancies and longer reproductive lifespan may protect against cerebral small vessel disease

People with a higher cumulative estrogen exposure throughout their life may have a lower risk of cerebral small vessel disease, according to a new study published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

27 Sep 2023

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a meta-analysis published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Short-term exposure was defined as occurring within five days of the stroke.

27 Sep 2023

Multiple Sclerosis News and Research

Latest Multiple Sclerosis News and Research

Shifting towards personalized treatment approaches for chronic inflammatory diseases

Study highlights disparities in stroke care across socioeconomic groups

Does the percentage of slow-wave sleep decline with aging, and are intra-individual declines associated with dementia risk?

Researchers identify key protein biomarkers in MS patients, paving way for personalized treatment strategies

Older adults with higher levels of triglycerides may have lower dementia risk

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

AI-based MRI tools show promise in multiple sclerosis diagnosis

Coffee consumption reduces risk of migraines, but not other neurological diseases

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Immersive VR interventions effective in reducing pain and distress among cancer patients

IL-17: The molecule that could revolutionize autoimmune and cancer treatments

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

New consensus practice guideline published for clinicians on the determination of brain death

Inflammatory diseases don't boost clotting risks post-COVID, study reveals

COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination have negligible effects on migraine severity, research shows

Study links high and low levels of "good" cholesterol with dementia risk

Social security overpayments draw scrutiny and outrage from members of Congress

Internet-delivered CBT may help reduce depressive symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis

More pregnancies and longer reproductive lifespan may protect against cerebral small vessel disease

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

Multiple Sclerosis News and Research

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Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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