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Hormone Receptors in the Brain Could Be a Target To Ease Migraines

Hormone Receptors in the Brain Could Be a Target To Ease Migraines

School of Medicine researchers identified the hormone that makes women more susceptible to the headaches during menstruation.

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Hormone Receptors in the Brain Could Be a Target To Ease Migraines
New Opportunities to Treat the Most Severe Strokes - Healthy Practice

New Opportunities to Treat the Most Severe Strokes

Recent analysis from the SHINE trial found a link between high blood sugar after thrombolysis and life-threatening brain bleeds.

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New Opportunities to Treat the Most Severe Strokes - Healthy Practice
Brain Discovery May Catch Alzheimer's, Epilepsy In Its Nets

Brain Discovery May Catch Alzheimer’s, Epilepsy In Its Nets

Net-like structures in the brain may be the key to better understanding and treating Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, schizophrenia and more.

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Brain Discovery May Catch Alzheimer's, Epilepsy In Its Nets
Research Spotlight: Protein Sorting & Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researcher Spotlight: Ahmad Jomaa, PhD, on Protein Sorting & Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers believe understanding mutations in ER protein translocation could lead to better treatments for a group of genetic disorders.

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Research Spotlight: Protein Sorting & Neurodegenerative Diseases
For a 4-Star General, Deep Brain Stimulation Takes Aim at Parkinson’s Tremors

For a 4-Star General, Deep Brain Stimulation Takes Aim at Parkinson’s Tremors

4-star general John Corley didn't hesitate to pursue deep brain stimulation to help control his Parkinson's symptoms, including tremors.

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For a 4-Star General, Deep Brain Stimulation Takes Aim at Parkinson’s Tremors