Nervous System Health

NFL 1 day ago

NFL great Brett Favre opens up about living with Parkinson’s disease: 'I feel like a board'

Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre opened in a recent interview about about living with Parkinson's disease and his hope for the future.

Health 3 days ago

Dementia risk could be linked to walking speed, study suggests

A slower walking pace could be a sign of cognitive decline or dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers and other experts discuss how the link could facilitate earlier diagnoses.

Philadelphia Eagles November 15

Eagles' Jalen Hurts gives curious answer about clearing concussion protocol in win over Commanders

Philadelphia Eagles star quarterback Jalen Hurts gave a curious answer about how he passed the concussion protocol during the team's 26-18 win over the Washington Commanders.

Health November 13

Autism risk could rise with air pollution, new study suggests

Autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders could be triggered by air pollution, a new study suggests. Researchers and other experts speak about the potential risk.

New Orleans Saints November 9

Saints' Chris Olave placed on IR after being carted off with concussion, will see specialist

After suffering his fifth concussion since 2020, Chris Olave has been placed on injured reserve and will be seeking advice from a specialist.

Health November 8

Alzheimer’s patient, 90, says skiing and other activities keep him mentally sharp

Six years after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis, 90-year-old Zelik Bocknek (Zel) refuses to slow down — and he believes his active lifestyle is key to keeping his symptoms at bay.

Sleep Disorders November 7

Sleepy during the day? It could be an early warning sign of dementia, study suggests

Feeling sleepy and lacking enthusiasm during the day could increase the risk of developing a cognitive disorder leading to dementia, a new study found. Sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses.

Health October 29

Poor sleep in middle age could affect the brain in a surprising way, study finds

In a new study led by University of California, San Francisco, poor sleep was linked to faster brain aging in middle-aged adults. Researchers and doctors weigh in on the risk and how to reduce it.

Health October 26

‘Should I go to the ER or urgent care?’: Ask a doctor

When sudden and severe sickness requires immediate care, the two most common options are to visit an urgent care or to head to a hospital emergency room — but how do you know which is best?

Health October 26

Dementia risk could be higher for older adults who experience this type of injury, study finds

Getting injured after a fall may be an early warning sign of dementia in older adults, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open last month. Researchers and doctors weigh in.