What is Dementia?
Dementia is the name for a group of symptoms that commonly include problems with memory, thinking, problem solving, language and…
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Dance and Parkinson’s disease
Dance as a performative art form enhanced identity negotiation and strengthened group identity in people with Parkinson’s disease. A recent…
Brain stimulation project could treat wide range of neurological disorders
Researchers from the University of Glasgow are part of a cross-Europe project which is aiming to develop a revolutionary new…
Music charity inspires staff working in dementia care
A music charity with more than 25 years’ experience of working with care staff has released a new, free resource…
Major breakthrough in understanding vitamin balance in the body
New research from the University of Aberdeen has, for the first time, found evidence that the brain controls vitamin balance…
Reducing risk of developing dementia
Australians at risk of developing dementia could support their brain health with increased physical activity, and a new study led…
Neurocritical AI solution to be deployed into A&E
Blackford, the pioneering strategic AI platform and solutions provider, has partnered with Qure.ai, a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI)…
MS: new biomarker discovered
MS: new biomarker discovered: A study conducted by researchers from the Department of Neurology at MedUni Vienna and University Hospital…
Spider venom for MND research receives funding
Spider venom for MND research receives funding: Research using venom from a rare tarantula is one of two University of…
Brain receptor patterns separate sensory and cognitive networks
Receptor patterns define key organisational principles in the brain, scientists have discovered. An international team of researchers, studying macaque brains,…
Beta-2 agonists not associated with a lower risk of Parkinson’s
Beta-2 agonists are bronchodilators commonly used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Although beta-2 agonists…
Epilepsy Action campaign film receives media applause
A film to raise awareness of how to support a person having an epileptic seizure is receiving positive media attention…