Teenage E-Cigarette Use Linked to Frequent Headaches
For children and teens, irregular meals such as skipped breakfasts are linked to an increased risk of frequent headaches, according to a new study recently…
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Scientists Link This Incredibly Popular Class of Drugs to a 18% Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s
According to new research published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, drugs for treating erectile dysfunction could also be linked…
Neurological Shadows: The Cognitive Costs of Sleep Apnea Unraveled
A new study indicates a link between sleep apnea and increased memory or thinking problems, based on self-reported data from over 4,000 participants. People who…
Groundbreaking Study Reveals Hidden Brain Risks in Heart Disease Patients
Imaging-based detection could facilitate the selection of safer, personalized treatment options. A new analysis involving over 13,000 people has found changes to blood vessels in…
Zero Gravity Pain: Astronauts Experience “Space Headaches”
Space travel is associated with an increased incidence of headaches among astronauts, emphasizing the need for further research and improved treatment methods. Space travel and…
New Study Links Traffic Pollution to More Signs of Alzheimer’s in Brain
According to a study recently published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, individuals exposed to higher levels of traffic-related air…
Iron Accumulates in the Brain After Concussions, According to New Study
Individuals experiencing headaches following concussions may also be more likely to have higher levels of iron in areas of the brain, which is a sign…
“Concerning” Findings – Study Links Everyday Chemicals to Parkinson’s Disease in Western U.S.
A preliminary study recently presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 76th Annual Meeting has linked pesticides and herbicides used in farming to Parkinson’s disease…
Very Tired Even After a Good Night’s Sleep? You Might Have Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Individuals experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness, even after a good night’s sleep, might suffer from a condition known as idiopathic hypersomnia. Recent research now indicates that…
Don’t Use Ibuprofen for Migraines – New Study Reveals Much More Effective Medications
Many individuals suffering from migraines struggle to find treatments that work consistently, and often there’s a lack of comparative information on different medications. A new…
Is a Longer Reproductive Lifespan Good for Your Brain?
New research, recently published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests that individuals with higher lifelong estrogen exposure might be…
New Study Links Higher Levels of a Certain Type of Fat to a Decreased Risk of Dementia
Older individuals with higher triglyceride levels, a common type of fat in the blood, may experience a decreased risk of dementia and a reduced rate…
High Levels of “Good” Cholesterol Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Both elevated and reduced levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, commonly referred to as “good” cholesterol, are associated with a slightly heightened risk of dementia…
New Research Reveals How Vitamin B-Related Amino Acids Could Increase Your Risk of Dementia
Elevated levels of amino acids related to vitamin B may be associated with the risk of dementia linked to a specific type of air pollutant…
Locked Out of a Cure? Only a Fraction of Early Alzheimer’s Patients Eligible for New Drugs
A limited proportion of older individuals in the initial phases of Alzheimer’s disease qualify for the latest monoclonal antibody therapies, which are designed to target…
New Research Links Social Isolation To Lower Brain Volume
Individuals in the older age bracket with limited social interaction may be at a higher risk of experiencing a reduction in overall brain volume, particularly…
New Study Suggests That Long COVID May Affect Millions More People Than Previously Thought
During the initial stages of the pandemic, numerous Americans came into contact with SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19. However, due to constraints in testing,…
Fluctuating Levels of Cholesterol Associated With an Increased Risk of Dementia
According to new research published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, older individuals with fluctuating levels of cholesterol and triglycerides…