Movement Disorders, Neurosciences

What you can do if you can’t afford your medication

If you can’t afford your medications, there are steps you can take. First, don’t skip doses or take less than prescribed. Talk to your doctor about cheaper alternatives, ask your…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

More fatty seafood, seeds and other omega-3 fatty acids can help migraine attacks, study finds

Foods that can help migraine by reducing the number of attacks and their severity include fatty fish, seeds and other foods high in certain omega-3 fatty acids, according to a…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

What’s the connection between migraine headaches and military service?

Jeremy Jackson has served five tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Over the years Jeremy has survived mortar blasts, roadside bomb attacks and a Humvee rollover. Now posted to…

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Movement Disorders, Neurosciences, Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease medications increase or retain dopamine to address symptoms

Parkinson’s disease medications are designed to increase dopamine levels in the brain or slow the breakdown of the brain’s dopamine, lessening the tremors and other symptoms. Dopamine is a chemical…

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Behavioral Health, Dementia, Memory, Neurosciences

Dementia risk increases dramatically after age 60 — here’s what to watch for

Symptoms of dementia in older adults aren’t reflected in the occasional mental slip, but a more substantial decline — the kind of drop in mental ability that interferes with daily…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

Migraine medications for prevention and to reduce pain of attacks

Migraine medications fall into two broad categories: medications designed to reduce the pain and other symptoms, and those designed to prevent headaches from happening in the first place. Migraine medications…

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Behavioral Health, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

Taking care of yourself can affect multiple sclerosis progression and lifespan

Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) often means paying attention to wellness and diet, since taking care of yourself can affect disease progression — even lifespan. Wellness is essential to modifying…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Neurosciences

The art of neurology

What happens when art and science combine? A gallery of beautiful work, such as the paintings and drawings that adorn the walls of at Norton Neuroscience Institute – Brownsboro. Some…

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Dementia, Neurosciences

Too much coffee could increase dementia risk, study shows

Drinking coffee is part of many people’s morning routines, but researchers say high levels of coffee consumption could put your brain at risk. A study out of Australia found an association between…

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Memory, Neurosciences

Dementia vs. normal aging — 5 signs to look for with memory loss

For adults, particularly in their 60s and 70s, occasional forgetfulness is nothing to worry about. If you are concerned about dementia versus normal aging, here are some things to consider….

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Endovascular Neurosurgery, Neurosciences, Norton Brownsboro, Stroke

Uncle, nephew each survive strokes just weeks apart and get the same neurosurgeon

Duke Nichter is more a second dad to Paul Nichter than their true family relationship of uncle and nephew. For decades, they’ve enjoyed hunting, fishing and sharing life’s journey together….

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Neurosciences, Norton Brownsboro, Stroke

Norton Brownsboro Hospital receives new Comprehensive Stroke Center certification

Norton Brownsboro Hospital has received certification as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of competence for treating serious stroke events. The hospital received the designation from DNV Healthcare…

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