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NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 27, 2017

Woman left brain dead after being attacked by dogs while gardening

A Montana woman is brain dead after she was attacked by two dogs while gardening at a property she owned.

CANCER June 22, 2017

Mom receives devastating cancer diagnosis after dad's ALS death

Donations are pouring in for a Minnesota family whose mother received a devastating cancer diagnosis while she was on the phone arranging the funeral of her 44-year-old husband who had battled amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for the last six years.

Parkinsons Disease June 19, 2017

Parkinson's may begin in gut before affecting the brain

Parkinson's disease, which involves the malfunction and death of nerve cells in the brain , may originate in the gut, new research suggests, adding to a growing body of evidence supporting the idea.

Stroke June 11, 2017

Connecticut boy saves grandfather's life twice

A young boy is being hailed as a hero after he saved his grandfather from drowning in a pool early Saturday morning.

ALS June 7, 2017

Dad with ALS stands and walks to 'tap out' his graduating son

Frankie Sanchez Sr. served his country as a member of the Army for nearly 23 years. His son, Frankie Sanchez Jr., followed in his footsteps and joined the Air Force.

Parkinsons Disease June 6, 2017

Water boxing program provides relief, support for Parkinson's disease patients

It’s a beautiful Monday morning in February, but the six boxers who show up for their group fitness class at the YMCA in Randolph, New Jersey, waste little time discussing the weather.

Autism June 2, 2017

Metals and nutrients found in baby teeth linked to autism risk, research suggests

Differences in exposure to certain metals and nutrients like lead and zinc in the womb and in early childhood may affect a child's risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD), researchers say.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 1, 2017

Walking linked to improved brain function

A moderate-intensity walking regimen may reduce symptoms of mild cognitive impairment that are linked to poor blood vessel health in the brain, a small study suggests.

Alzheimers June 1, 2017

Alzheimer's deaths jump 54 percent in US

U.S. deaths from Alzheimer's disease rose by more than 50 percent from 1999 to 2014, and rates are expected to continue to rise, reflecting the nation's aging population and increasing life expectancy, American researchers said on Thursday.

Head Injury June 1, 2017

Post-game interviews may hold CTE clues for athletes

With head injuries a growing concern within football and other contact sports, researchers believe they may have found a way to test for CTE before a patient is dead, the New York Times reports.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH May 30, 2017

Terminally ill man rebuilds donated bikes for local kids

A terminally ill man in Massachusetts has spent the last few years rebuilding and fixing donated bicycles so that children can enjoy riding a bike regardless of their financial situation.