Baby’s Hydrocephalus Relieved by Specialized Surgery
A procedure that began in Africa is now helping children in North Carolina.
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Category: Brain Health
FDA Approves Groundbreaking Rescue Treatment for Cluster Seizures
The nasal spray is the first medication approved in more than 20 years to treat this symptom of epilepsy.
Treatment Brings Hope to Children Facing Spinal Muscular Atrophy, a...
Neurologists can treat spinal muscular atrophy with a new and powerful drug.
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What Happens When You Have a Stroke
Strokes can present themselves in varying ways, but a quick response means a better chance at full recovery.
One Couple’s Journey with Primary Progressive Aphasia
This neurocognitive disorder that interferes with language abilities has changed the lives of Russell Flowers and his wife, Mary Jo.
Stroke Symptoms and Risks for Women
Find out what makes strokes different for women.
How Diabetes Might Increase Your Risk of Dementia
There is a link, but research is inconclusive as to why. Here are some theories.
Want to Stay Sharp? Maintain Your Social Brain
Spending time with others can help protect brain health.
Lesser-Known Dementias and the Difficulty of Diagnosing Them
A Q&A with Woody Durham’s neurologist.
Can Eating Hot Peppers Give You A ‘Thunderclap’ Headache?
These terrible headaches aren’t common, but they could be a sign of more serious problems.
Your Brain, on Electricity
Weak streams of electricity directed into the brain could help conditions such as depression, schizophrenia and chronic pain.
Why Won’t My Kid Sleep?
How you can help your children—and yourself—catch some zzz’s.