In the past, doctors and researchers surmised that having chronic kidney disease (CKD) could increase the risk of having a stroke. Yet they didn’t know exactly why it happened or…
Before you read on, make sure to check out Part 1 of our interview with Christina ("Chris") Coates. In Part 1, we discussed Chris' Cavernous Malformation, surgery, and diagnostic journey to hypertrophic…
Christina (“Chris”) Coates has lived a full, joyous, and fulfilling life. The Arizona native has built something beautiful: a family with two daughters, two cats, two dogs, and a loving…
When Lachlan Lasikiewicz turned gray one day, his lips a frightening blue, his grandma and aunt didn’t panic. They simply wrapped him up in a blanket and held him close,…
This year, the 13th annual Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day (MSAD) will take place on Tuesday, January 24. Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day, as the name suggests, is an event to celebrate…
When Lauren Atkins and William Bromley welcomed their son Charlie into their lives, they were thrilled. Jessie, their daughter, may have been even more thrilled, already having a soft spot…
HTT gene mutations cause Huntington’s disease, a rare and inherited neurological condition. Those with a family history of Huntington’s disease may choose to undergo genetic testing to learn more, though…
Today, follow along on a case study exploration to see how a 52-year-old woman finally received a diagnosis of stiff person syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder. According to the…
It's no secret that genetic mutations can alter the way our bodies - and bodily processes - work. For example, explains Charcot-Marie-Tooth News, GARS gene mutations stop protein production in ribosomes. These…
Mal de débarquement, or "sickness of disembarkment," is a phenomenon which causes a bobbing, rocking, or swaying sensation, alongside other symptoms. With many people, mal de débarquement only lasts…
What if there was a way to genetically prevent the development of certain conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease? According to Medical XPress, this might soon be an option on the…
As society progresses, certain diseases or conditions become more and more prevalent. For example, chronic conditions like osteoporosis or diabetes have rapidly risen over the past decade. Now, according…
Sick of being locked inside with nothing to do? Well, this is just your luck! On July 22, you can celebrate the 6th annual World Brain Day from the…
A recent University of Sheffield news release explores findings which highlight a potential cause of leukodystrophies: immune cells. This group of rare childhood neurological disorders impacts the myelin sheath, the…
According to MedPage Today, carriers of the gene variation APOE4 are much more at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. However, researchers found that one copy of the Klotho gene mutation,…
According to an article in The Asahi Shimbun, Japanese scientists have developed a new vaccine to mitigate neuronal degeneration caused by Alzheimer's disease. The vaccine, delivered nasally, had promising results…
According to Parkinson's News Today, Dutch neurologist Bastiaan Bloem, MD, believes that the development of Parkinson's disease can be attributed to chemical exposure. About Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's disease is…
In an interview with Medgadget, Dr. Christy Sheehy and Dr. Zachary Helft of C. Light Technologies discuss up-and-coming technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases such as…
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