Brain & Neurology
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Cannabis to treat epilepsy?
Whole-plant medical cannabis may be effective at reducing epileptic seizures in children, according to a new analysis published today. Read more
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Elevated heart rate link to increased dementia risk
Having an elevated resting heart rate in old age could be an independent risk factor of dementia, a new Swedish study has found. Read more
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Spinal muscular atrophy treatment approved despite "uncertainties"
The NHS today promised a new treatment for hundreds of patients with spinal muscular atrophy after regulators approved the use of a syrup medicine drug, said to improve motor function. Read more
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Cash promised for neurodegenerative disease research
Some £375 million is to be invested in research into neurodegenerative diseases, the British government has announced. Read more
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Twice weekly fish may reduce vascular brain damage risk
Healthy pensioners who eat two or more servings of fish a week could reduce their risk of developing vascular brain disease, according to French researchers. Read more
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Oxford University to lead Parkinson’s study
Oxford University is to lead a major global research project into Parkinson’s disease, it has been announced. Read more
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Promising development in treatment for glioblastoma multiforme
A major advance in brain tumour research could pave the way for personalised treatment for the most deadly form of the disease, British scientists say. Read more
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Older former rugby players have ‘worse cognitive function’
Former elite rugby players over the age of 75 who had multiple concussions in their playing careers have worse cognitive function, researchers report today. Read more
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Constipation drug can improve memory and cognition
A drug that treats constipation could also be a useful treatment for cognitive problems in patients with mental illness, according to a new study. Read more
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Lack of evidence for HRT-dementia risk
There is no strong link between hormone replacement therapy and dementia, according to the findings of a major UK study published today. Read more