Is Parkinson’s Genetic? Dave Iverson Searches for the Truth
Digging into his family’s past, the award-winning documentarian discovers the answer to the question “Is Parkinson’s genetic or environmental?”
January/February 2010
The Ways Neurology Benefits from Research Using Animals
The use of animals in medical research has proven vital to understanding and developing treatments for for almost every neurologic disorder.
The Surprising Connection Between MS and Osteoporosis
Vitamin D may play a bigger role in managing multiple sclerosis and bone disease than previously thought.
Moving Forward with Advances in Biomedical Research
The medical and scientific research process is often long and costly. No matter the result, care must be taken to ensure it’s done ethically and effectively.
Letters to the Editor: January/February 2010
The Search for a Friedreich’s Ataxia Cure Never Stops
Though there’s currently no treatment or cure for Friedreich’s ataxia, new research brings hope.
New Guideline for Treating Spasticity in Cerebral Palsy
More research needs to be done to more safely and effectively reduce spasticity in children with cerebral palsy.
Expressions of Courage: Art by People with Epilepsy
A contest gives people living with this disorder a chance to share their feelings of epilepsy with art.
What Effectively Reduces Polymyositis Muscle Inflammation?
Though there’s no approved medication to treat polymyositis symptoms, your neurologist can help you choose other therapy.
What Is a Spinal Tap, and Why Is It Done?
The reasons for a spinal tap are many, used to diagnose disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Here’s what to expect.
Is It Common to Experience Post-Stroke Depression?
It’s not uncommon to experience depression following a stroke. Fortunately, there are ways to treat stroke-related depression.
Can I Get the Flu Shot if I've Had Guillain-Barré Syndrome?
It’s unlikely you'll redevelop Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) symptoms after a flu shot, but it's possible. Read this, then consult your doctor.
Learn More About the Use of Animals in Biomedical Research
There are many opinions regarding the ethics of using animals for research purposes. These resources can give a better understanding of research animals’ appropriate use.
Deborah Ellen Schneider, on Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness
She speaks publicly about being a traumatic brain injury survivor so others can understand being “invisibly disabled.”