Physical activity, even at low intensity, was associated with a significantly lower risk for mortality in patients with dementia. Medscape Medical News
Children who underwent multiple exposures to anesthesia before age 5 had lower IQ scores, especially in verbal and perceptual skills, and an increase in maladaptive behaviors, a new study found. Medscape Medical News
Dramatic study results point to the potential for a steroid-sparing option for patients with the underrecognized multiorgan condition. Medscape Medical News
The European Medicines Agency has refused marketing authorizations for an herbal medicine intended to treat alopecia areata and a hybrid drug for neuroblastoma in children. Medscape Medical News
Frailty is associated with an increased risk for dementia, new findings showed, with an acceleration of frailty observed 4-9 years prior to dementia onset. Medscape Medical News
Primary care clinicians are frequently asked to conduct evaluations for patients scheduled for surgery. But which patients really need this, how extensive should it be, and should any meds be held? Medscape Family Medicine
ED visits related to hallucinogen use are linked to a 21-fold increased risk of schizophrenia spectrum disorder, results of a large population-based study show. Medscape Medical News
Douglas S. Paauw, MD, details the case of an 80-year-old man with advanced Alzheimer’s disease and the appropriate recommendations to treat the severe slowing of motility in his esophagus. MDedge
A cross-sectional study found the prevalence of idiopathic intracranial hypertension among women in the United States varied significantly by state. Medscape Medical News
Modafinil and cognitive behavioral therapy, either alone or in combination, were associated with significantly less fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis. Medscape Medical News
A trial on percutaneous left atrial appendage closure combined with AF ablation vs ablation and DOACs raises concerns about a potential wave of overuse of a new combo procedure. theheart.org on Medscape
Are digital tools the key to reducing hours spent on clerical tasks? Discover how new technology can help physicians focus more on patient care and less on documentation. Medscape
Dr Stephen Strakowski urges psychiatrists to actively avoid racial bias when prescribing antipsychotics and carefully consider their medication choices in patients of color. Medscape Psychiatry
Catnip is the most famous stimulant for cats. How does it work, why does it not affect all cats, and are there any catnip alternatives? We investigate.
Oscillopsia is the sensation that the surrounding environment is constantly in motion when it is not. Oscillopsia is usually a symptom of an underlying condition. Read more here.
A preclinical study using cell cultures has found that some antibiotics may help address a genetic mutation associated with forms of early onset dementia.
Brain atrophy can refer to a loss of brain cells or a loss in the number of connections between these cells. In this article, learn about the symptoms of brain atrophy, as well as some causes and treatments.
A new study found a link between inadequate hydration and poorer cognitive functioning, especially in memory and attention tasks — but only in older women.
A new mouse study uses a two-pronged approach to designing a vaccine for dementia. The results are encouraging, and a clinical trial may be on the horizon.
Vasovagal syncope is fainting that occurs in response to a sudden drop in blood pressure or heart rate. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment here.
The largest prospective study to date to look at sleep and migraine risk using objective measurements of sleep finds an intriguing link between the two.
New research in rats identifies a brain circuit that may explain impulsive eating. The findings may eventually help those who are finding it hard to diet.
Arm numbness has many possible causes, from sleeping on the arm and cutting off the circulation to serious issues, such as a stroke. Learn more about these and other causes here.
The Moro reflex is a normal, involuntary motor response in healthy babies. This article provides more details, including possible triggers and how to calm a baby with Moro reflex.
Dysarthria is a type of speech disorder that occurs due to muscle weakness. Learn about the causes of dysarthria and the available treatment options here.
As middle-aged people age, having more body fat and less muscle may affect their fluid intelligence, says a new study that implicates the immune system.
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