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Viral Exposure and the Risk of Developing Neurodegenerative Disease

In two national European biobanks, researchers identified and replicated 22 pairs of viral exposures associated with a higher risk of neurodegenerative diseases.

Poor Sleep Patterns Could Raise Stroke Risk

Researchers provide another reason why patients should be resting well every night.

Zavegepant Nasal Spray (Zavzpret)

Zavegepant can be prescribed to treat migraine, with or without aura, in adults.

Multivitamin-Mineral Supplementation vs. Cocoa Extract for Cognition

Researchers followed participants for three years and determined daily cocoa supplement use was not associated with cognitive enhancement in older adults, whereas a multivitamin supplement was associated with significant cognitive benefits.

Influence of Vitamin Intake on Migraine Prevalence

Among participants experiencing severe headaches or migraine, those with severe headaches also reported a lower intake of thiamine and riboflavin, based on 24-hour recall of food intake.

Insulin Resistance at the Blood-Brain Barrier in Alzheimer’s Disease

Alterations in cerebrovascular insulin receptor isoform levels were associated with Alzheimer’s disease pathology and caused deficits in insulin signaling at the level of the blood-brain barrier.

Bone Density as a Dementia Risk Indicator

Researchers found some associations between bone density loss and a higher risk of developing dementia.

Self-Treatment of Recurrent Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo

Using a cell phone-based app, self-treatment of recurrent benign positional paroxysmal vertigo was feasible and effective in most patients.

Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Linked to Slower Memory Decline

In a population-based, prospective cohort study of 29,000 Chinese adults, researchers found healthy lifestyle was associated with slower memory decline, even in the presence of the apolipoprotein E4 allele.

Controlling Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Could Lower Dementia Risk

Investigators found an association between high blood pressure during pregnancy and a higher likelihood of developing dementia later in life.