Category: Neurology
The Health of Our Brain Depends Highly on the Health of Our Heart, Liver, and Gut
Key Takeaways: Heart, liver, and gut health directly influence brain function—poor organ health can increase the risk of cognitive and neurological disorders. Gut bacteria affect mood and mental health, …
Study Shows Link between Antibiotic Use in Midlife and Cognitive Impairment
Key Takeaways: Long-term antibiotic use in midlife may be linked to later-life cognitive decline in women. This link may stem from disruptions to gut bacteria, which affect brain health …
Revolutionizing Brain Matter Visualization: New Technology for High-Efficiency 3D Mapping
The brain controls many crucial aspects of daily life, including cognition, memory, and even communication, using intricate networks made up of thousands of neurons. The creation of neural interfaces …
Zostavax Shingles Vaccine Linked to 20% Lower Dementia Risk—What It Means for Older Adults
Key Takeaways Zostavax was linked to a 20% lower dementia risk in older adults over seven years. The effect was stronger in women, possibly due to immune differences. Findings …
Uplizna (inebilizumab-cdon) and Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder: Findings from the N-MOmentum Study
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is an autoimmune condition that affects the optic nerves and spinal cord, leading to relapses that can cause blindness or paralysis. The N-MOmentum study …
Parenting Strengthens Aging Brains: Study Links Child-Rearing to Enhanced Neural Connectivity
Key Takeaways: Parents show stronger neural connectivity in aging-sensitive brain regions. Benefits apply equally to mothers and fathers. Effect scales with number of children. Parenting acts as “brain enrichment” …Gum Disease Bacteria Linked to Alzheimer’s: Porphyromonas gingivalis May Accelerate Cognitive Decline
Key Takeaways Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg), a bacterium from gum disease, has been found in Alzheimer’s patients’ brains, possibly contributing to plaque buildup. Studies show that Alzheimer’s patients with periodontitis …Antibiotics, Antivirals, and Anti-Inflammatories Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk in New Study
Key Findings New research has identified a link between prescription drugs (such as antibiotics, antivirals and anti-inflammatory drugs) and lower risk of dementia Notable anti-inflammatory drugs linked with a …