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FDA Approves Vertex’s Non-opioid Painkiller

The Food and Drug Administration approved Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ non-opioid painkiller pill, a new alternative for pain relief that comes without the risk of addiction. It’s a milestone after a long history of unsuccessful efforts to develop painkillers without the destructive dependency of opioids, which have caused a horrific epidemic in the U.S. Vertex’s drug is […]

REM Sleep Delays May Indicate Early Alzheimer’s

Delayed rapid eye movement (REM) sleep may be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that participants with delayed REM sleep had higher levels of toxic proteins associated with Alzheimer’s and reduced levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports memory. Delayed REM sleep disrupts memory consolidation and increases stress hormone levels, which can […]

Early Warning Signs of Neurological Disorders You Shouldn’t Ignore

Neurological symptoms can be alarming and often signal that something isn’t right in your body. Ignoring these signs may delay your diagnosis and treatment, worsening your condition. From persistent headaches to muscle weakness, it’s crucial to understand the early warning signs of neurological disorders. At Medical Clinics of New York City, we believe in empowering […]

Long COVID Impairs Exercise Capacity and Cognition for Years

A study of nearly 1,000 people with post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) revealed that two-thirds still experienced significant symptoms, including reduced exercise capacity and cognitive performance, two years after infection. Persistent symptom clusters included fatigue, neurocognitive disturbances, and post-exertional malaise, with worse outcomes in individuals with obesity, lower education, or severe initial infections. Patients with PCS showed […]

The Role of Cognitive Rehabilitation in Neurology: What Patients Need To Know

What do brain fog, executive dysfunction, and memory loss all have in common? For one, these can all be symptoms of various injuries or conditions that affect the brain. Thankfully, you can potentially lessen these symptoms with cognitive rehabilitation. As a leading directory for cognitive rehabilitation in NYC, Medical Clinics of New York City gives […]

Processed Red Meat - Higher Dementia Risk

Processed Red Meat Linked to Higher Dementia Risk

A study of over 133,000 individuals found that consuming processed red meat daily increases dementia risk by up to 13%, while replacing it with alternatives like nuts, legumes, or fish may lower the risk by 20%. Higher processed meat intake was associated with accelerated cognitive aging and increased subjective cognitive decline (SCD). Researchers suggest that […]

Artificial Intelligence: Algorithms Improve Medical Image Analysis

Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve the analysis of medical image data. For example, algorithms based on deep learning can determine the location and size of tumors. This is the result of AutoPET, an international competition in medical image analysis. The seven best autoPET teams report on how algorithms can detect tumor lesions in […]

Donepezil Shows Promise in TBI Recovery

Donepezil was associated with improved verbal memory and enhanced recall and processing speed compared to placebo in patients with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), with a favorable safety profile despite mild to moderate gastrointestinal side effects. The study was led by David B. Arciniegas, MD, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado. It was published […]

Head Trauma May Reactivate Dormant Viruses, Increasing Alzheimer’s Risk

New research suggests that concussions and repetitive head trauma may reactivate dormant viruses like HSV-1 in the brain, potentially triggering neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Using a brain tissue model, scientists observed that head trauma caused latent HSV-1 to awaken, leading to hallmark Alzheimer’s markers such as amyloid plaques, inflammation, and neuronal damage. Repeated blows […]

How a Neurologist Diagnoses Alzheimer’s Disease: Tests and Assessments

Of the many changes that occur as we age, the possibility of Alzheimer’s disease is among the most concerning. Whether you’re worried about memory changes in yourself or a loved one, you might have questions like, “How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed?” Medical Clinics of New York City offers comprehensive evaluations through our expert neurologists for Alzheimer’s disease […]

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