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Percentage of Patients With Major or Mild Frontotemporal NCD Found With Alzheimer Disease Pathology at Autopsy
07/11/2024
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients...
07/11/2024
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FDA Approves Donanemab for Early Alzheimer Disease Treatment
07/02/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a highly-anticipated decision: the approval of donanemab—to be marketed as Kisunla by manufacturer Eli Lilly—for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease.
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a highly-anticipated decision: the approval of donanemab—to be marketed as Kisunla by manufacturer Eli Lilly—for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease.
The US Food and Drug...
07/02/2024
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility Rate
06/19/2024
Evi Arthur
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently...
06/19/2024
Neurology
People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
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People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
05/29/2024
Evi Arthur
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness...
05/29/2024
Neurology
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Events During REM Sleep Impacts Verbal Memory in Those at Risk for AD
05/20/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive...
05/20/2024
Neurology
Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
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Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
04/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease...
04/29/2024
Neurology
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Delirium Episodes and Incident Dementia Diagnosis
04/23/2024
Put your neurology knowledge to the test with this quiz!
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04/23/2024
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Antipsychotics for Dementia Associated With More Adverse Outcomes Than Previously Thought
04/22/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients...
04/22/2024
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
04/08/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with...
04/08/2024
Neurology
Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
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Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
04/04/2024
Evi Arthur
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was...
04/04/2024
Neurology
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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Could Predict Dementia Risk
03/07/2024
Evi Arthur
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS)...
03/07/2024
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Percentage of Patients With Major or Mild Frontotemporal NCD Found With Alzheimer Disease Pathology at Autopsy
07/11/2024
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients...
07/11/2024
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Delirium Episodes and Incident Dementia Diagnosis
04/23/2024
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04/23/2024
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How did pet ownership affect cognitive decline in older adults?
02/09/2024
How did pets affect cognitive decline?
How did pets affect cognitive decline?
How did pets affect cognitive...
02/09/2024
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Which factors were associated with young-onset dementia risk?
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Which factors were associated with young-onset dementia risk?
01/23/2024
Did heart disease, psychedelic use, or social isolation elevate risk?
Did heart disease, psychedelic use, or social isolation elevate risk?
Did heart disease, psychedelic...
01/23/2024
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How many years of PPI use increased dementia risk?
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How many years of PPI use increased dementia risk?
09/28/2023
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09/28/2023
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By how much does Alzheimer Disease increase epilepsy risk?
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Alzheimer disease increases epilepsy risk by what percent?
07/21/2023
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07/21/2023
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Did the MIND or Mediterranean diets affect Alzheimer Disease pathology?
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Do MIND or Mediterranean diets affect Alzheimer Disease pathology?
07/05/2023
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07/05/2023
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Which investigational oral agent reduces Alzheimer disease biomarkers?
03/29/2023
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03/29/2023
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Which aspect of sleep best predicts worsening cognitive function?
02/17/2023
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02/17/2023
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What strategies can individuals use to reduce their risk of Alzheimer disease?
09/28/2022
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09/28/2022
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First-Line Treatment Options for Insomnia
08/06/2024
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08/06/2024
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Percentage of Patients With Major or Mild Frontotemporal NCD Found With Alzheimer Disease Pathology at Autopsy
07/11/2024
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients presenting with a syndrome suggestive of major or mild frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder (NCD) are found at autopsy to have Alzheimer disease pathology, according to the DSM-5-TR?
What percentage of patients...
07/11/2024
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ADHD and Tourettes Syndrome Comorbidities, Treatment
07/03/2024
Comorbid ADHD is common in people with Tourettes syndrome (TS), with what range of prevalence? In children with tics and ADHD, what treatment does not worsen tics and reduces ADHD symptoms? Find out!
Comorbid ADHD is common in people with Tourettes syndrome (TS), with what range of prevalence? In children with tics and ADHD, what treatment does not worsen tics and reduces ADHD symptoms? Find out!
Comorbid ADHD is common in...
07/03/2024
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Restless Leg Syndrome in the United States
06/14/2024
Refresh your knowledge of a common sleep disorder with this quiz!
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06/14/2024
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Oxygen Saturation and Late-Onset Epilepsy
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Oxygen Saturation and Late-Onset Epilepsy
05/29/2024
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05/29/2024
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Medication Options for Episodic Migraine
05/01/2024
Are you up on the latest research in the migraine space? Find out with this quick quiz!
Are you up on the latest research in the migraine space? Find out with this quick quiz!
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05/01/2024
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Delirium Episodes and Incident Dementia Diagnosis
04/23/2024
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Put your neurology knowledge to the test with this quiz!
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04/23/2024
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How do outdoor temperatures affect stroke risk?
04/09/2024
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04/09/2024
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Age-Response Connection in Multilocus Sequential rTMS Therapy for Tinnitus With Comorbid Mental Health Conditions
03/18/2024
According to a recent study, which patient group is more likely to initially show less improvement in tinnitus symptoms when undergoing multilocus sequential rTMS therapy?
According to a recent study, which patient group is more likely to initially show less improvement in tinnitus symptoms when undergoing multilocus sequential rTMS therapy?
According to a recent study,...
03/18/2024
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03/06/2024
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03/06/2024
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility Rate
06/19/2024
Evi Arthur
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently...
06/19/2024
Neurology
People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
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People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
05/29/2024
Evi Arthur
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness...
05/29/2024
Neurology
Sleep apnea during REM cycle
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Events During REM Sleep Impacts Verbal Memory in Those at Risk for AD
05/20/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive...
05/20/2024
Neurology
Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
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Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
04/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease...
04/29/2024
Neurology
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Antipsychotics for Dementia Associated With More Adverse Outcomes Than Previously Thought
04/22/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients...
04/22/2024
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
04/08/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with...
04/08/2024
Neurology
Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
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Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
04/04/2024
Evi Arthur
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was...
04/04/2024
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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Could Predict Dementia Risk
03/07/2024
Evi Arthur
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS)...
03/07/2024
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Rate of Frontotemporal Dementia in Patients With ALS Higher Than Previous Estimates
03/04/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
More than a third of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) had neuropathological signs of frontotemporal dementia, according to study results published in Brain.
More than a third of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) had neuropathological signs of frontotemporal dementia, according to study results published in Brain.
More than a third of patients...
03/04/2024
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Study Reveals Structural Brain Subgroups in Aging, Key for Early Disease Detection
03/01/2024
Meagan Thistle
Recent study reveals significant insights into the structural brain changes associated with aging in individuals without diagnosed cognitive impairment.
Recent study reveals significant insights into the structural brain changes associated with aging in individuals without diagnosed cognitive impairment.
Recent study reveals significant...
03/01/2024
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Fremanezumab Shows Positive Results for Pediatric Use in Phase 3 Trial
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Fremanezumab Shows Positive Results for Pediatric Use in Phase 3 Trial
08/08/2024
In July, Teva announced positive results in a phase 3 trial of migraine medication Ajovy (fremanezumab) for children and adolescents, making it the first anti-CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) monoclonal antibody to be effective in this...
In July, Teva announced positive results in a phase 3 trial of migraine medication Ajovy (fremanezumab) for children and adolescents, making it the first anti-CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) monoclonal antibody to be effective in this...
In July, Teva announced positive...
08/08/2024
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High-Dose Statins May Not Benefit Patients With Mild Ischemic Stroke
08/08/2024
Compared with moderate-dose therapy, high-dose statin therapy in patients with mild ischemic stroke did not decrease the risk of stroke recurrence and was associated with an increased risk of intracranial hemorrhage over 12 months.
Compared with moderate-dose therapy, high-dose statin therapy in patients with mild ischemic stroke did not decrease the risk of stroke recurrence and was associated with an increased risk of intracranial hemorrhage over 12 months.
Compared with moderate-dose...
08/08/2024
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Teleneurology Visits Acceptable to Patients Across Neurologic Conditions
08/05/2024
Regardless of their neurologic condition, patients rated outpatient teleneurology appointments as highly acceptable, according to a study published in the Journal of Neurology.
Regardless of their neurologic condition, patients rated outpatient teleneurology appointments as highly acceptable, according to a study published in the Journal of Neurology.
Regardless of their neurologic...
08/05/2024
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DMD Gene Therapy Indication Expanded to Include Boys 4 and Older
08/01/2024
The US FDA approved an indication expansion for the gene therapy Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl) to include patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene who are nonambulatory and 4...
The US FDA approved an indication expansion for the gene therapy Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl) to include patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene who are nonambulatory and 4...
The US FDA approved an...
08/01/2024
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Backward Walking Speed Reserve Reflects Disease Severity in Patients With MS
07/30/2024
Backward walking speed reserve, or the difference between an individual’s preferred and maximal backward walking speed, was associated with disease severity in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Backward walking speed reserve, or the difference between an individual’s preferred and maximal backward walking speed, was associated with disease severity in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Backward walking speed reserve,...
07/30/2024
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FDA Approves Efgartigimod Alfa/Hyaluronidase for CIDP Treatment
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FDA Approves Efgartigimod Alfa/Hyaluronidase for CIDP Treatment
07/29/2024
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod alfa/hyaluronidase) was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). 
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod alfa/hyaluronidase) was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). 
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod...
07/29/2024
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Moderate Physical Activity May Mitigate ALS Risk for Male Patients
07/25/2024
Male individuals who engage in moderate physical activity and fitness may lower their risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to study findings published in Neurology.
Male individuals who engage in moderate physical activity and fitness may lower their risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to study findings published in Neurology.
Male individuals who engage in...
07/25/2024
Neurology
Pitolisant Receives FDA Approval for Pediatric Patients With Narcolepsy
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Pitolisant Receives FDA Approval for Pediatric Patients With Narcolepsy
07/23/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Wakix (pitolisant) for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness in pediatric patients 6 years and older with narcolepsy, US maker Harmony Biosciences announced.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Wakix (pitolisant) for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness in pediatric patients 6 years and older with narcolepsy, US maker Harmony Biosciences announced.
The US Food and Drug...
07/23/2024
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Chronic Loneliness Associated With Hiked Stroke Risk in Older Adults
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Chronic Loneliness Associated With Hiked Stroke Risk in Older Adults
07/22/2024
Chronic loneliness was associated with higher stroke risk, independent of other factors, according to recent prospective cohort study results published in eClinicalMedicine. 
Chronic loneliness was associated with higher stroke risk, independent of other factors, according to recent prospective cohort study results published in eClinicalMedicine. 
Chronic loneliness was...
07/22/2024
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Atogepant Reduces Migraine Days in Patients With Pain Medication Overuse
07/18/2024
The calcitonin gene-related peptide inhibitor atogepant reduced monthly migraine and headache days, as well as days using pain medication, in patients with chronic migraine with and without acute medication overuse.
The calcitonin gene-related peptide inhibitor atogepant reduced monthly migraine and headache days, as well as days using pain medication, in patients with chronic migraine with and without acute medication overuse.
The calcitonin gene-related...
07/18/2024
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility
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Lecanemab AD Treatment Could Have Low Eligibility Rate
06/19/2024
Evi Arthur
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer disease (AD) may have a low eligibility rate (6.2%) among patients aged 70-89 years, according to recent results published in the journal Neurology. 
Lecanemab, a recently...
06/19/2024
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People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
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People Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Risk of Dementia
05/29/2024
Evi Arthur
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness experience a higher burden of dementia compared to housed populations, according to recent population-based, cross-sectional, comparative analysis results published in The Lancet Public Health.
People experiencing homelessness...
05/29/2024
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Events During REM Sleep Impacts Verbal Memory in Those at Risk for AD
05/20/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive...
05/20/2024
Neurology
Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
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Genetic Variant Appears to Protect Against Alzheimer Disease in At-Risk Individuals
04/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease the odds of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) by as much as 70% in people who carry the APOE ε4 allele, which is known to significantly increase AD risk. Researchers published the findings online in Acta...
A genetic variant may decrease...
04/29/2024
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Antipsychotics for Dementia Associated With More Adverse Outcomes Than Previously Thought
04/22/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients with dementia is associated with an increased risk for a handful of serious adverse outcomes, including pneumonia, acute kidney injury, venous thromboembolism, and stroke.
Antipsychotic use in patients...
04/22/2024
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
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Older Adults With a Delirium Episode Have 3 Times the Risk of Dementia in 5 Years
04/08/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with at least 1 episode of delirium had triple the risk of an incident dementia diagnosis within 5 years of follow-up compared with those without a delirium diagnosis, according to a study published online in The...
Hospitalized older adults with...
04/08/2024
Neurology
Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
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Playing a Musical Instrument May Improve Cognition in Older Adults
04/04/2024
Evi Arthur
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was significantly associated with better performance in working memory and executive function in older adults, according to recent study results published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.
Playing a musical instrument was...
04/04/2024
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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Could Predict Dementia Risk
03/07/2024
Evi Arthur
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) could be a significant predictor in whether a patient with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will develop Alzheimer disease (AD), according to recent study results published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS)...
03/07/2024
Neurology
Doctors examine brain scans
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Rate of Frontotemporal Dementia in Patients With ALS Higher Than Previous Estimates
03/04/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
More than a third of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) had neuropathological signs of frontotemporal dementia, according to study results published in Brain.
More than a third of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) had neuropathological signs of frontotemporal dementia, according to study results published in Brain.
More than a third of patients...
03/04/2024
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Study Reveals Structural Brain Subgroups in Aging, Key for Early Disease Detection
03/01/2024
Meagan Thistle
Recent study reveals significant insights into the structural brain changes associated with aging in individuals without diagnosed cognitive impairment.
Recent study reveals significant insights into the structural brain changes associated with aging in individuals without diagnosed cognitive impairment.
Recent study reveals significant...
03/01/2024
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Fremanezumab Shows Positive Results for Pediatric Use in Phase 3 Trial
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Fremanezumab Shows Positive Results for Pediatric Use in Phase 3 Trial
08/08/2024
In July, Teva announced positive results in a phase 3 trial of migraine medication Ajovy (fremanezumab) for children and adolescents, making it the first anti-CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) monoclonal antibody to be effective in this...
In July, Teva announced positive results in a phase 3 trial of migraine medication Ajovy (fremanezumab) for children and adolescents, making it the first anti-CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) monoclonal antibody to be effective in this...
In July, Teva announced positive...
08/08/2024
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High-Dose Statins May Not Benefit Patients With Mild Ischemic Stroke
08/08/2024
Compared with moderate-dose therapy, high-dose statin therapy in patients with mild ischemic stroke did not decrease the risk of stroke recurrence and was associated with an increased risk of intracranial hemorrhage over 12 months.
Compared with moderate-dose therapy, high-dose statin therapy in patients with mild ischemic stroke did not decrease the risk of stroke recurrence and was associated with an increased risk of intracranial hemorrhage over 12 months.
Compared with moderate-dose...
08/08/2024
Neurology
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Teleneurology Visits Acceptable to Patients Across Neurologic Conditions
08/05/2024
Regardless of their neurologic condition, patients rated outpatient teleneurology appointments as highly acceptable, according to a study published in the Journal of Neurology.
Regardless of their neurologic condition, patients rated outpatient teleneurology appointments as highly acceptable, according to a study published in the Journal of Neurology.
Regardless of their neurologic...
08/05/2024
Neurology
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DMD Gene Therapy Indication Expanded to Include Boys 4 and Older
08/01/2024
The US FDA approved an indication expansion for the gene therapy Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl) to include patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene who are nonambulatory and 4...
The US FDA approved an indication expansion for the gene therapy Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl) to include patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene who are nonambulatory and 4...
The US FDA approved an...
08/01/2024
Neurology
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Backward Walking Speed Reserve Reflects Disease Severity in Patients With MS
07/30/2024
Backward walking speed reserve, or the difference between an individual’s preferred and maximal backward walking speed, was associated with disease severity in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Backward walking speed reserve, or the difference between an individual’s preferred and maximal backward walking speed, was associated with disease severity in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Backward walking speed reserve,...
07/30/2024
Neurology
FDA Approves Efgartigimod Alfa/Hyaluronidase for CIDP Treatment
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FDA Approves Efgartigimod Alfa/Hyaluronidase for CIDP Treatment
07/29/2024
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod alfa/hyaluronidase) was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). 
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod alfa/hyaluronidase) was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). 
VYVGART Hytrulo (efgartigimod...
07/29/2024
Neurology
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Moderate Physical Activity May Mitigate ALS Risk for Male Patients
07/25/2024
Male individuals who engage in moderate physical activity and fitness may lower their risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to study findings published in Neurology.
Male individuals who engage in moderate physical activity and fitness may lower their risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to study findings published in Neurology.
Male individuals who engage in...
07/25/2024
Neurology
Pitolisant Receives FDA Approval for Pediatric Patients With Narcolepsy
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Pitolisant Receives FDA Approval for Pediatric Patients With Narcolepsy
07/23/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Wakix (pitolisant) for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness in pediatric patients 6 years and older with narcolepsy, US maker Harmony Biosciences announced.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Wakix (pitolisant) for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness in pediatric patients 6 years and older with narcolepsy, US maker Harmony Biosciences announced.
The US Food and Drug...
07/23/2024
Neurology
Chronic Loneliness Associated With Hiked Stroke Risk in Older Adults
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Chronic Loneliness Associated With Hiked Stroke Risk in Older Adults
07/22/2024
Chronic loneliness was associated with higher stroke risk, independent of other factors, according to recent prospective cohort study results published in eClinicalMedicine. 
Chronic loneliness was associated with higher stroke risk, independent of other factors, according to recent prospective cohort study results published in eClinicalMedicine. 
Chronic loneliness was...
07/22/2024
Neurology
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Atogepant Reduces Migraine Days in Patients With Pain Medication Overuse
07/18/2024
The calcitonin gene-related peptide inhibitor atogepant reduced monthly migraine and headache days, as well as days using pain medication, in patients with chronic migraine with and without acute medication overuse.
The calcitonin gene-related peptide inhibitor atogepant reduced monthly migraine and headache days, as well as days using pain medication, in patients with chronic migraine with and without acute medication overuse.
The calcitonin gene-related...
07/18/2024
Neurology

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11/19/2020
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Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources
11/19/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click...
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11/19/2020
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Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
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11/17/2020
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Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
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11/17/2020
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11/17/2020
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Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action
11/12/2020
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11/12/2020
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11/12/2020
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11/12/2020
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11/12/2020
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11/12/2020
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Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
11/10/2020
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11/10/2020
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