January 2017 Briefing – Neurology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Neurology for January 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Benefits for Intensive BP Lowering in Older HTN Patients
Intensive BP control linked to reductions in MACE, cardiovascular mortality, and heart failure
Brain-Computer Interface Lets Locked-In Patients Communicate
Correct responses were provided to more than 70 percent of yes-or-no questions, researchers say
Mentally Stimulating Tasks May Lower Risk of MCI in Older Adults
Computer use, crafting, social activities, games all seem to improve brain health
CVD-Related Hospital Admissions Up Second Day After Snowstorm
Admissions for heart attack, chest pain, stroke 23 percent higher two days after major snowfall
MRI May Help ID Suicide Risk in Young Bipolar Patients
Specific differences found in the brains of those who attempt suicide and those who do not
Microbiota Transfer Therapy Could Help Children With Autism
Preliminary research finds benefits from the new approach in young patients with ASD
U.S. Children Make Over 6 Million Office Visits/Year for ADHD
Number represents 6 percent of all children's visits to the doctor in 2012-2013
Strategies Presented for Addressing Uncompensated Time
Strategies include limiting tasks to those that require medical license, streamlining portal messages
Low Levels of Brain Stimulation May Lessen Bulimia Symptoms
Researchers found symptoms of eating disorder lessened in first 24 hours after treatment
