Maria Shriver Takes on Alzheimer’s Disease
June/July 2016
Sick Before Their Time: When Kids Get Adult Diseases
When diseases that typically occur in adults affect children, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery can be daunting. Advice from families, patients, and other experts can ease the journey.
In Honor of Parents Fighting Neurologic Disorders
In a nod to Parents' Day, we honor the many parents on the frontlines of the fight against neurologic disease.
Farming Boosts Self-Esteem for People with Developmental Disabilities
A farm in upstate New York helps people with developmental disabilities cultivate practical skills and confidence.
How to Beat the Heat When You Have a Neurologic Condition
Warm temperatures can make some neurologic symptoms worse. Here's how to keep your cool this summer.
What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome and is it Linked to Zika Virus?
A new study provides the strongest link between this neurologic disorder and the Zika virus. Here's more about the syndrome and the research.
How to Safeguard Loved Ones from Scams
Elderly parents or family members with cognitive impairments are especially vulnerable to financial abuse. Protect your loved ones with these strategies.
6 Steps to Better Balance
Unsteadiness is a common symptom of many neurologic conditions, causing falls and injuries. These strategies can help boost your balance—and your brain health.
Clinical Trials Aim to Identify Diseases Before Symptoms Appear
Some clinical trials are focusing on the early stages of neurologic disease, or on people who are genetically at risk but have no known symptoms.
How Having MS Makes Me a Better Caretaker
Lois Kipnis, 72, says having multiple sclerosis helps her take better care of her 97-year-old mother.
Overcoming Polio, My Mother Lived an Inspiring Life
The author's mother was widowed with three young children at age 53, but she never let polio compromise her independence.
