Neuro News

Diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is undergoing a major transformation. For decades, physicians relied primarily on clinical symptoms and cognitive testing, with definitive confirmation possible only through advanced imaging or cerebrospinal fluid analysis. In recent years, blood tests for biomarkers have emerged as promising tools that may allow earlier and more accessible diagnosis. The two main

Most people think of Parkinson’s disease (PD) as a movement disorder that causes tremor, stiffness, and slowed movement. However, Parkinson’s disease can also affect thinking and memory, even in its early stages. Many patients notice changes in attention, concentration, multitasking, and processing speed long before significant memory loss develops. There has been great interest in

A recent article identified four classes of drugs that may increase the risk of developing dementia. 1.Anticholinergic Medications – Commonly found in bladder medications, sleep aids, and allergy medications (such as Benadryl) – These meds block acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter for memory and learning. – Long-term use has been linked to increased dementia risk and

When people hear about conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease, they often come across terms like amyloid, tau, and synuclein. These can sound confusing, but they are simply different types of proteins in the brain. When these proteins behave abnormally, they can damage brain cells and lead to neurodegenerative diseases. Understanding the differences between

The holiday season is filled with joy and celebration.  But it is also filled with stress, putting in extra hours to get that last present wrapped and the food ordered, and of course with extra libations, both food and alcohol.  So, while you might expect this special season with time off work to help reduce your migraines,

Each year there is a debate about whether to keep daylight saving time.  Many people just don’t like the dark so early in the evening.  Well, your brain isn’t so happy about it either. In fact, it is your brain that sets your circadian clock, which is your sleep-wake cycles.  The brain takes its cues

Patients are always interested in finding self-help approaches to treat their disease symptoms and progression.  A recent fascinating article suggests that riding a bike is actually beneficial to patients suffering from Parkinson’s Disease (PD). PD is a progressive loss of dopamine containing cells in certain areas of the brain which results in decreased motor control,