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NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH September 26, 2017

Walking and biking tied to lower risk of hospitalization with sciatica

(This August 3rd story has been refiled to add dropped "of" to headline) Reuters Health - Lifestyle factors like obesity and smoking are known to raise people's risk of developing sciatica, but a new study finds that regular walking and biking may have an opposite, and just as powerful effect.

Innovation September 26, 2017

New CRISPR technique could accelerate a cure for Huntington's disease and ALS

A modified version of the CRISPR/Cas9 tool could be used to track RNA in live cells using a method known as RNA-targeting Cas9. This, in turn, could be used to cure ALS and Huntington's disease.

Good News September 26, 2017

Tim Tebow joins fan with cerebral palsy as she sings 'God Bless America'

Tim Tebow had another heartwarming moment Saturday, joining a fan with cerebral palsy as she sang "God Bless America."

Head Injury September 26, 2017

Miami Dolphins, UM develop program to study concussions in high school athletes

The Miami Dolphins play their first pre-season game Thursday night at Hard Rock Stadium.

Stroke September 26, 2017

Mom of dog attack victim suffers fatal stroke at doctor's appointment

A Georgia mother who suffered a massive stroke last week while at a doctor’s appointment with her 7-year-old son was declared brain dead on Tuesday, just eight months after the boy survived a vicious Christmas Eve dog attack.

Alzheimers September 25, 2017

Alzheimer's: Does family history guarantee you'll get it?

Alzheimer's disease affects more than five million Americans and that's not counting all the family members, friends and caregivers who feel the impact.

Stroke September 25, 2017

Young people face stroke risk with methamphetamine use

Using methamphetamines may increase the risk of stroke among young people, according to a new review.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH September 25, 2017

Teen soccer captain collapses, dies after taking penalty kick

A Rhode Island community is mourning the sudden death of high school soccer captain who collapsed and later died after suffering a brain aneurysm on the field.

Parkinsons Disease September 25, 2017

'Reprogrammed' stem cells fight Parkinson's disease in monkeys

Scientists have successfully used "reprogrammed" stem cells to restore functioning brain cells in monkeys, raising hopes the technique could be used in future to help patients with Parkinson's disease.

Head Injury September 25, 2017

Some youth football drills raise head-impact risk more than others

Several youth football drills expose young athletes to head impacts more frequently and more roughly than others, according to a U.S. study that followed 10- and 11-year-old players for a full season.

Head Injury September 21, 2017

College football player dies after injury during 'routine' tackle

A college football player who suffered a neck injury during a game on Saturday has died, university officials announced Wednesday.