Brain & Neurology
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New hope for dementia vaccine
Scientists are hoping to instigate clinical trials for an Alzheimer’s disease vaccine after successful laboratory tests. Read more
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Plan to improve migraine care unveiled
NHS officials have unveiled a plan to improve care of migraine and reduce hospital admissions for the problem. Read more
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Impressive artificial neurons created
Scientists are making progress on artificial neurons that are capable of the same electrical activity as biological neurons, it has been announced. Read more
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Multiple sclerosis-herpes link made clearer
New research has identified a specific form of the herpes virus that is linked to multiple sclerosis. Read more
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Too many antibiotics could increase Parkinson’s risk
Excessive use of some antibiotics could increase an individual’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a Finnish study. Read more
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Hope for Alzheimer’s treatment opportunity
Scientists working on progressive neurodegeneration diseases have found that some of the changes could be halted during an “under-appreciated time window”. Read more
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Footballer neurodegenerative risk quantified
Professional footballers face a significantly increased risk of developing neurodegenerative disease in their old age, according to the findings of the largest study of its kind, published yesterday. Read more
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Cannabidiol trial for Parkinson’s-related psychosis
A £1.2 million phase II trial is to begin early next year into the effectiveness of cannabidiol in people with Parkinson’s-related psychosis. Read more
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Instability of Huntington gene
The genetic mutation associated with Huntington’s disease is not stable, suggesting potential routes for intervention, British researchers revealed today. Read more
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Immune system clue to Parkinson’s care
Parkinson’s Disease may benefit from management with immune-regulating drugs – which might even help with prevention, Danish scientists have reported. Read more