Brain & Neurology
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Mutation halves Parkinson’s risk
Scientists have found a genetic mutation that provides protection against Parkinson’s disease, it was announced last night. Read more
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Risk factors revealed for young onset dementia
A “breakthrough study” has identified lifestyle and health factors among the risks for young onset dementia, laying the groundwork for new prevention strategies, researchers say. Read more
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Multiple sclerosis vaccine prospect as link to common virus reinforced
Scientists have identified several mechanisms that protect people from an Epstein-Barr virus-induced autoimmune reaction, it has been announced. Read more
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Hope over therapy for rare childhood epilepsy
A potential treatment target for a genetic type of epilepsy has been identified, it has been announced. Read more
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Map published of gene mutations that cause neurodevelopmental disorders
A map showing how all possible genetic changes in a specific gene can affect health is the first of its kind, British scientists say. Read more
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Progress on stem cell grafts for Parkinson’s disease
Improvements have been made in the creation of stem cells for the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease, researchers have reported. Read more
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Stem-cell therapy hope for progressive multiple sclerosis
Injecting stem cell into the brains of patients with progressive multiple sclerosis is safe and seems to protect the brain from further damage, a new study has found. Read more
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Molecular causes of rare neurological condition revealed
Molecular defects that cause a rare developmental brain condition in children have been identified for the first time by British researchers. Read more
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Water-based exercise helps manage chronic conditions
High-intensity interval training in water can benefit people with a range of chronic conditions, including those who may be unable to take part in this form of this exercise out of water, researchers report today. Read more
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Public want blood tests to diagnose dementia
Blood tests for diagnosing dementia would be much more acceptable than the current lumbar puncture tests, according to a new survey published today. Read more