Brain & Neurology
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Folic acid policy failing to stop neural tube defects
Encouraging pregnant women to take folic acid has not led to a reduction in neural tube defects in Europe, researchers say today. Read more
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Impulsivity when drunk linked to genes
A new genetic mutation has been identified which appears to be linked to impulsive and reckless behaviour after consuming alcohol. Read more
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Brain structure links to hallucinations
Scientists have uncovered differences in the brains of people with schizophrenia who do and do not have hallucinations. Read more
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Debate over chronic fatigue syndrome therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy and a form of exercise therapy have shown good outcomes in a long-term study of chronic fatigue syndrome, researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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Novel approach for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists are investigation a new method of counteracting the death of nerve cells in Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Teen sun exposure linked to multiple sclerosis
New research results are adding to the evidence that healthy vitamin D levels from exposure to the sun may help protect against, or delay, multiple sclerosis, Danish researchers say. Read more
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Gene therapy for Parkinson’s
British scientists have unveiled a radical new therapy for Parkinson’s disease – based on gene therapy. Read more
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Brain tumour link to weight
Being overweight or obese could increase the risk of a specific type of brain tumour by up to 54%, according to a German study reported last night. Read more
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Quality barrier mars chocolate-Alzheimer’s study
Cocoa extracts have potential to help with Alzheimer’s disease prevention – but scientists are struggling to obtain consistent samples, researchers say. Read more
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Alzheimer’s transmissible?
Alzheimer’s disease may have been transmitted by human growth hormone treatments, British researchers reported last night. Read more