Brain & Neurology
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Virus helps to tackle brain tumours
British scientists have successfully identified a virus that trigger a form of immunotherapy for brain cancer, it was announced last night. Read more
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New diabetes Alzheimer drug link
A “triple” drug recently developed for diabetes may prove a powerful treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, British scientists have reported. Read more
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Brain function improves when adults with dementia exercise
When older people with dementia increase their physical exercise, their brain function improves, a new study has found. Read more
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Anger as MS drugs withdrawn
Just one beta interferon drug is to be available for the care of NHS patients with multiple sclerosis in England, it was announced today. Read more
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New drive to tackle dementia globally
The number of people with dementia is set to treble worldwide over the next 30 years, according to the World Health Organisation. Read more
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Healthy diet could reduce MS symptoms
People with multiple sclerosis may suffer fewer symptoms if they eat a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Read more
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Genetic evidence that education reduces Alzheimer’s risk
A genetics study out today has added further weight to the theory that education helps to protect against Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Stroke care improvements continue
Care of patients who have suffered a stroke continues to improve dramatically in the NHS, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Anti-ageing gene therapy passes lab test
Scientists in Barcelona have unveiled proposals for a gene therapy to protect against age-related cognitive and memory defects. Read more
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Brain tumours show cell similarities
New research has identified common processes by which different types of brain tumours generate and use energy to survive in the brain. Read more