Brain & Neurology
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Genetic roots of MS explored
Scientists have made progress in understanding the genetic basis of multiple sclerosis. Read more
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Genetic study provides insight into families with migraines
Migraines run in families because of an accumulation of independent genetic risk variants, the largest genetic family study on migraine has revealed. Read more
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Regular saunas reduce risk of stroke
People who take saunas between four and seven times a week have a lower risk of stroke than those who use them just once a week, the first large-scale international study of its kind has shown. Read more
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Improved gait analysis for MS
A new method of assessing multiple sclerosis treatments could improve their effectiveness, researchers say. Read more
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Dementia risk associated with mid-life anxiety
Mid-life anxiety could be linked to the development of dementia later in life, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Motor neurone disease link to physical activity
A potential link has been found between vigorous physical activity and the risk of developing motor neurone disease. Read more
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Monoclonal antibody offers migraine hope
A monoclonal antibody offers a promising treatment for migraine, German researchers are to tell a major conference. Read more
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Advanced MRI could aid Alzheimer’s screening
Screening for the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease could be improved by measuring the activity of dopamine-firing cells the brain, according to British experts. Read more
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RA drug reduces inflammation in stroke patients
People in the early stages of a stroke have benefitted from an anti-inflammatory drug normally used for rheumatoid arthritis, a new research has found. Read more
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Drug reduces progression in secondary progressive MS
The progression of disability in secondary progressive multiple sclerosis can be slowed down with a new drug, researchers report today. Read more