Category: Neurology

A woman wearing glasses is rubbing her eyes with both hands while sitting in a chair, looking tired or uncomfortable.

June 16, 2025

Treatment Options Expanding for Myasthenia Gravis

This autoimmune disorder leads to weakness in muscles.

Immunology, Neurology

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A doctor shows a patient a brain scan image on a tablet while explaining the results during a medical consultation

May 23, 2025

What Is a Meningioma?

This common tumor may not require any treatment.

Brain Health, Neurology, Neurosurgery

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Adult woman sitting in a wheelchair with her hand on her head

May 21, 2025

What is Sundowning?

People with dementia may struggle in the late afternoon and evening.

Alzheimer's, Family Medicine

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older woman sits on bed, frustrated, hand resting on bed post for support

May 16, 2025

What is Atypical Parkinsonism?

Some conditions look like Parkinson’s disease at first but are different disorders.

Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

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Woman grasps legs in pain as she is lying in bed

May 7, 2025

Can’t Keep Still? What to Know About Restless Legs Syndrome

Help is available for this sleep-stealing condition.

Neurology, Sleep

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Patient engaged in occupational therapy with the support of their therapist.

April 23, 2025

Understanding Cognitive Changes in Parkinson’s Disease

You can take steps now to preserve cognitive function.

Neurocognitive Disorders, Parkinson's Disease

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Physical therapist helps an older male patient lift light arm weights

April 18, 2025

Understanding Treatment Options for Parkinson’s Disease

Every person with Parkinson’s will have unique needs and treatment.

Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

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Old man uses both hands to hold a spoonful of soup

March 6, 2025

Could Your Shaking Hand Be Essential Tremor?

This common movement disorder can be treated to maintain quality of life.

Neurocognitive Disorders

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Adult daughter helps her mom reach out her arms to stretch

October 2, 2024

Understanding ALS

A UNC Health neurologist explains symptoms and therapies.

ALS, Neurology

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senior man eats a bowl of soup sitting at a small kitchen table

July 2, 2024

Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Guide to Managing Facial Pain

Learn how to ease the symptoms of this rare but severe nerve condition.

Neurology

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Smiling woman pours herself a green smoothie in an apartment kitchen

May 15, 2024

The Connection Between Your Brain and Your Gut

Think your brain and belly don’t talk to each other? Think again.

Brain Health, Digestive Health, Eating Disorders, Nervous System

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Two women using sign language to communicate

May 7, 2024

Trouble Speaking: Understanding Aphasia vs. Dysarthria

Both conditions affect your ability to speak. A neurologist covers each one.

Brain Health, Neurology

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