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October 7

Air pollution may play a bigger role in cognitive decline than anyone realized

Air pollution exposure could make Alzheimer's disease worse by speeding up brain changes that cause memory loss and impaired judgment, a Penn Medicine study finds.

October 6

Parkinson’s risk could increase with exposure to common chemical, study suggests

Researchers analyzed data from over 222,000 Parkinson's patients and found TCE exposure from metal degreasing and industrial cleaning may increase disease risk.

October 3

Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery

A clinical trial of NVG-291 peptide drug demonstrates promising results for spinal cord injury patients, with participant Larry Williams regaining balance abilities.

October 2

After paralyzing bike crash, man regains mobility with experimental drug

Pennsylvania biker Larry Williams discusses his experience with the experimental NVG-291 trial, as the injection has helped him move more freely after his accident.

September 26

Gunman in deadly NFL office shooting had 'low-stage' CTE, medical examiner says

Shane Tamura had "unambiguous evidence" of chronic traumatic encephalopathy when he opened fire at the NFL office in New York, killing four including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam.

September 24

Girl shot in head during Minneapolis church massacre making ‘miraculous’ recovery

The family of Sophia Forchas shares an update on the 12-year-old's recovery after she was critically injured in a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis.

September 12

New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop

Scientists developed a non-invasive MRI technique to measure brain iron levels, which may help identify patients at higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease early.

September 11

Common prescription drugs linked to surge in fall-related death rates among seniors

Certain prescription medications, including beta-blockers and gabapentinoids, could increase fall risk in older adults, as some experts claim that reducing unnecessary drugs could prevent injuries.

September 8

'Harmless' virus found lurking in Parkinson's patients' brains, new study shows

Researchers discovered Human Pegivirus in brain tissue from five of ten Parkinson's patients, suggesting the virus may play a role in the neurodegenerative disease.

September 2

Early Alzheimer’s signs detected in 3 minutes with new brainwave test

A new passive brainwave test records brain activity while patients view images to detect memory-related changes linked to early Alzheimer's development.