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For Some Infants With Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Earlier Intervention May Be Warranted
11/15/2022
Brionna Mendoza
New research has called into question the “watchful waiting” strategy for infants born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and multiple copies of the SMN2 gene.
New research has called into question the “watchful waiting” strategy for infants born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and multiple copies of the SMN2 gene.
New research has called into...
11/15/2022
Neurology
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FDA Approves Evoke Spinal Cord Stimulation System for Chronic Intractable Pain
03/25/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
The US Food & Drug Administration recently approved the Evoke® Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System for the treatment of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs.
The US Food & Drug Administration recently approved the Evoke® Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System for the treatment of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs.
The US Food & Drug...
03/25/2022
Neurology
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Gene Therapy Improves Survival for Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
04/01/2021
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded clinically meaningful responses and a favorable benefit-risk profile for patients with spinal muscular atrophy type 1, according to findings from a recent phase 3 trial.
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded clinically meaningful responses and a favorable benefit-risk profile for patients with spinal muscular atrophy type 1, according to findings from a recent phase 3 trial.
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded...
04/01/2021
Neurology
Copper Deficiency Myeloneuropathy
Case Report and Brief Review
Copper Deficiency Myeloneuropathy
07/07/2020
Copper deficiency myeloneuropathy has been well studied in animal species, but the relationship with neurologic disease in humans has been identified only recently. Neurologic findings of copper deficiency are often underrecognized and...
Copper deficiency myeloneuropathy has been well studied in animal species, but the relationship with neurologic disease in humans has been identified only recently. Neurologic findings of copper deficiency are often underrecognized and...
Copper deficiency...
07/07/2020
Neurology
Chiari Malformation Type I
10/29/2019
​A 33-year-old woman with no significant past medical history presented to our family medicine practice with concern for a headache when she laughs or leans her head forward.
​A 33-year-old woman with no significant past medical history presented to our family medicine practice with concern for a headache when she laughs or leans her head forward.
​A 33-year-old woman with no...
10/29/2019
Neurology
Low Back Pain: A Case of Malakoplakia
12/28/2018
A 74-year-old man presented to his primary care provider with a 1-month history of new-onset low back pain.
A 74-year-old man presented to his primary care provider with a 1-month history of new-onset low back pain.
A 74-year-old man presented to...
12/28/2018
Neurology
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USPSTF Releases Recommendation on Scoliosis Screening
01/10/2018
The USPSTF first released a screening recommendation for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in 2004. Recently, the USPSTF evaluated existing evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for the condition in order to update their previous...
The USPSTF first released a screening recommendation for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in 2004. Recently, the USPSTF evaluated existing evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for the condition in order to update their previous...
The USPSTF first released a...
01/10/2018
Neurology
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
01/09/2018
Scoliosis, characterized by rotation of the vertebrae by 10° or more, affects 1% to 3% of children between age 10 and 16 years.
Scoliosis, characterized by rotation of the vertebrae by 10° or more, affects 1% to 3% of children between age 10 and 16 years.
Scoliosis, characterized by...
01/09/2018
Neurology
An Infant With Scoliosis: Is It Idiopathic?
10/12/2017
A 15-month-old girl presented to our clinic for a well-child visit. She had been born at term and had been discharged home after 3 days.
A 15-month-old girl presented to our clinic for a well-child visit. She had been born at term and had been discharged home after 3 days.
A 15-month-old girl presented to...
10/12/2017
Neurology
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Asthma Symptoms and Control Worsened by Fibromyalgia
07/17/2017
A recent study sought to determine if fibromyalgia was an independent predictor of asthma severity and poor asthma control among patients with both comorbidities.
A recent study sought to determine if fibromyalgia was an independent predictor of asthma severity and poor asthma control among patients with both comorbidities.
A recent study sought to...
07/17/2017
Neurology

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For Some Infants With Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Earlier Intervention May Be Warranted
11/15/2022
Brionna Mendoza
New research has called into question the “watchful waiting” strategy for infants born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and multiple copies of the SMN2 gene.
New research has called into question the “watchful waiting” strategy for infants born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and multiple copies of the SMN2 gene.
New research has called into...
11/15/2022
Neurology
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FDA Approves Evoke Spinal Cord Stimulation System for Chronic Intractable Pain
03/25/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
The US Food & Drug Administration recently approved the Evoke® Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System for the treatment of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs.
The US Food & Drug Administration recently approved the Evoke® Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System for the treatment of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs.
The US Food & Drug...
03/25/2022
Neurology
News
Gene Therapy Improves Survival for Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
04/01/2021
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded clinically meaningful responses and a favorable benefit-risk profile for patients with spinal muscular atrophy type 1, according to findings from a recent phase 3 trial.
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded clinically meaningful responses and a favorable benefit-risk profile for patients with spinal muscular atrophy type 1, according to findings from a recent phase 3 trial.
Onasemnogene abeparvovec yielded...
04/01/2021
Neurology
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USPSTF Releases Recommendation on Scoliosis Screening
01/10/2018
The USPSTF first released a screening recommendation for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in 2004. Recently, the USPSTF evaluated existing evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for the condition in order to update their previous...
The USPSTF first released a screening recommendation for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in 2004. Recently, the USPSTF evaluated existing evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for the condition in order to update their previous...
The USPSTF first released a...
01/10/2018
Neurology
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Asthma Symptoms and Control Worsened by Fibromyalgia
07/17/2017
A recent study sought to determine if fibromyalgia was an independent predictor of asthma severity and poor asthma control among patients with both comorbidities.
A recent study sought to determine if fibromyalgia was an independent predictor of asthma severity and poor asthma control among patients with both comorbidities.
A recent study sought to...
07/17/2017
Neurology
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Can Fibromyalgia Patients Benefit From Light Therapy?
06/14/2017
Current treatments for fibromyalgia can be limited or restrictive. Therefore, in a new study, researchers aimed to examine the effects of home-based light therapy on pain sensitivity and function in patients with fibromyalgia.
Current treatments for fibromyalgia can be limited or restrictive. Therefore, in a new study, researchers aimed to examine the effects of home-based light therapy on pain sensitivity and function in patients with fibromyalgia.
Current treatments for...
06/14/2017
Neurology
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Fibromyalgia Significantly More Common In Patients With Certain Diseases
05/12/2017
In a recent study, researchers aimed to define the prevalence of fibromyalgia among the general population.
In a recent study, researchers aimed to define the prevalence of fibromyalgia among the general population.
In a recent study, researchers...
05/12/2017
Neurology
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Obesity May Delay Detection of Scoliosis
05/12/2015
Obese patients present to orthopedic surgeons with greater scoliosis curve magnitudes than non-obese patients, according to a new study.
Obese patients present to orthopedic surgeons with greater scoliosis curve magnitudes than non-obese patients, according to a new study.
Obese patients present to...
05/12/2015
Neurology
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
Neurology
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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
a hand breaks a wooden human figurine in half
News
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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Alzheimer's Disease CME Series

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 Resources To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
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 ResourcesOnline Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesOnline Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
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...
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...
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety DataTo 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 on the evaluation...
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety DataTo 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 on the evaluation...
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action
11/12/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology
11/12/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Claim-Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action
11/12/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of ActionTo 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 on the evaluation button...
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of ActionTo 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 on the evaluation button...
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
11/10/2020
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Current Treatment Limitations...
11/10/2020
Neurology

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