Older Paternal Age Linked to Adverse Perinatal Outcomes
Higher risk for premature birth, low birth weight, low Apgar score seen with older paternal age
Removing Appendix May Lower Risk for Parkinson’s Disease
Healthy human appendix contains intraneuronal α-synuclein aggregates, truncation products
Abnormalities in Genes Linked to IRSP in Alzheimer’s Disease
Abnormalities, reductions in gene expression associated with insulin receptor signaling pathway
Surgery Restores Boy’s Ability to Walk Post-Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Nerve transfer surgery was performed on patient's leg, allowing him to walk
Most Meds Affecting Neurotransmitters Not Linked to Autism Risk
Prenatal exposure to 5 groups of meds had nominally significant links to ASD
Higher Serum Cortisol Level Linked to Lower Brain Volumes
Higher cortisol also associated with worse memory and visual perception in young, middle-aged adults
Social Stigma Worsens Mental Health With Autism
Research may dispel past theories that the condition contributes to mental health issues
American Academy of Ophthalmology, Oct. 27-30
The 122nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology The annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology was held from Oct....
Sign-Up Season Begins on HealthCare.gov
Insurers are expanding their participation in the program
October 2018 Briefing – Neurology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Neurology for October 2018. This roundup includes the latest...
