Neurology News

Data from two large studies in Canada and the United States suggest that concussions do not impact the intelligence or IQ scores of children in the months after their injury, according to findings published in Pediatrics.

Regular physical activity may protect against cognitive decline, but the benefits may be reduced for those who do not get enough sleep, according to the results of research published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity.

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis demonstrate a nearly 1.5-fold increased risk for developing Parkinson’s disease vs. those without RA, according to data published in JAMA Neurology.

Higher daily intake of dietary caffeine was associated with an increased prevalence of severe headache or migraine in adults, particularly women, according to researchers.

The FDA has granted Eisai full approval for Leqembi to treat adults with Alzheimer’s disease.

People with dementia were three times more likely to have a registered care partner actively engaging with a patient portal than those without dementia, according to research published in JAMA Internal Medicine.

A 73-year-old woman presents with her daughter, who lives down the street from her, and her husband of 51 years for her annual Medicare wellness visit. She has been a patient in the practice for the past 7 to 8 years. She is a retired teacher.

Frequent nut consumption was linked to reduced cognitive decline for at-risk older adults, according to the results of research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

In this edition, Leqembi shows benefits in early Alzheimer’s, sex before bed has more positive impact on sleep, clearer guidelines needed on melatonin use in children and more.

Last week, Healio provided live coverage of the American Headache Society Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas, where health care professionals gathered for the latest updates on headache disorders.