Whether hiking, camping or simply enjoying a picnic at the park, venturing outside can expose you to insect bites, stings and other irritations. Knowing how to handle these situations can make a big difference in keeping you and your family healthy.
In recent years, you may have heard of Alzheimer’s disease being referred to as Type 3 diabetes. So, is Alzheimer’s a form of diabetes, and what exactly does this mean?
Question: What is the difference between forgetfulness, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Answered by Daniel Murman, MD, Nebraska Medicine neurologist.
A stroke threatened to rob 86-year-old Pauline Johnson of her independence. However, quick treatment and a determined spirit have helped the Kearney, Nebraska, resident return to her home and routine.
A meningioma is a central nervous system tumor, or brain tumor, originating from the meninges, the covering of the brain and spinal cord called dura. Meningiomas make up 41% of newly diagnosed brain tumors, and of those, the majority are benign.
Early in her career, neurosurgeon Aviva Abosch, MD, PhD, began receiving surprising feedback from Parkinson’s patients on whom she had operated. “They would come back to my clinic and say, ‘Thanks for your help with my tremor, but I really want to thank you for helping my sleep.'"
Question: Hello, I’m 14 years old and vaped for a year and a half. I recently quit because I heard vaping can cause brain damage and memory loss. Is this true? If so, is it possible for my memory and brain function to improve if I never vape again, start eating better and get fresh air? Answered by medical toxicologist Anthony J. Scalzo, MD, FACMT, FAAP, FAACT, AAN.
While medication is often used to treat migraine, there are also simple steps that can be taken to cope with the condition. The following “remedies” include lifestyle, behavioral and medicinal therapies.
Aphasia is a neurogenic disorder caused by injury to the brain, usually from a stroke or trauma to the speech and language centers. In the U.S., it is estimated that more than 2 million people, both children and adults, are affected by aphasia.