June 23, 2022
Which age group struggles the most with sleeping? It's young adults, survey says
Dr. Ronald Chervin shares his insights regarding the true meaning of "insomnia'.
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June 23, 2022
Researchers reveal new molecular mechanism for Parkinson's disease risk
Now, U-M researchers have discovered how a mutated protein called TMEM175 acts as a risk factor in about 20% of cases of Parkinson's disease.
June 23, 2022
Is Glaucoma Linked to Cognitive Dysfunction?
Findings from a large study recently published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society suggest that any association may be small or absent.
June 21, 2022
Why is my sleep so messed up in the summer?
The good news is that you are not powerless against the plight of summer insomnia.
June 18, 2022
Doing This at Night May Help You Ward Off Dementia, Study Says
Though there is no cure for dementia, experts say that those with mild cognitive impairment who also suffer from sleep apnea may be able to slow the progression of dementia with the help of CPAP machines. Dr. Galit Dunietz shares study findings regarding the use of CPAP machines.
June 15, 2022
The Importance of Sleep Quality for Cognitive Health Throughout the Stages of Menopause
At the 2022 SLEEP Annual Meeting , June 4-8, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Galit L. Dunietz, PhD, MPH , chaired the Sleep Matters for Women’s Health session, and presented a talk
June 14, 2022
The International Fragile X Premutation Registry: Building a Resource For Research and Clinical Trial Readiness
FMR1 premutation cytosine-guanine-guanine repeat expansion alleles are relatively common mutations in the general population that are associated with a neurodegenerative disease (fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome), reproductive health problems and potentially a wide range of additional mental and general health conditions
June 13, 2022
What Can Patients Teach Clinicians About Diagnosis Journey and Treatment Plans?
While all medical students receive training on patient interactions or “bedside manner,” the busy demands of residency often shift priorities firmly onto diagnostics, sometimes at the expense of empathetic connections to the patient’s point of view. Including patient stories in clinical education and knowledge resources can help reinforce those
June 10, 2022
Transgender College Students Report Higher Rates of Sleep, Mental Health Concerns
Transgender individuals are more likely to experience discrimination, isolation, and lack of social support. This, along with negative psychosocial challenges, such as being denied access to gender-neutral restrooms, combined with being a college student, and you have what associate professor of neurology,
June 6, 2022
6 Weird Ways To Trick Your Mind Into Sleep That Actually Work
Sleep psychologists share a few unconventional tips that will help you get those Zzzs. Read what Dr.'s
June 3, 2022
Michael Sela Helped Create Blockbuster Drug for Multiple Sclerosis-Israeli Scientist, dead at age 98, Headed Weizmann Institute
Dr. David Irani is quoted in the printed article in the Wall Street Journal
May 12, 2022
Positive airway pressure may slow cognitive decline in adults with obstructive sleep apnea
Positive airway pressure therapy may delay cognitive decline in adults with obstructive sleep apnea, but more research is needed, according to a systematic review published in Neurology .
April 28, 2022
How Environmental Exposure Affects ALS Risk Is Studied
Researchers at the University of Michigan are focused on establishing cause and effect relationships between environmental and occupational exposures with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
April 22, 2022
Study Provides New Information on MS Pain that May Improve its Treatment
Nerve pain alone was the least common pain experience, according to a survey of 842 people with MS with chronic pain. Specific types of pain are treated differently. So, it is crucial to understand the origin of pain in a person with MS to optimize strategies that bring relief.
April 22, 2022
Big Worry for Folks Heading to Hospital: Who'll Care for My Pet?
Dr. Tiffany Braley works with patients who have experienced strokes and other serious health conditions, treating them at the Michigan hospital where she works as they begin their recovery.
April 22, 2022
Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis Requires a Multimodal Approach and More Research
This common symptom is among the most debilitating, according to patients.
April 22, 2022
In MS, Can Better Sleep Improve Cognition?
People with multiple sclerosis often have trouble with memory, attention and mental processing. New research shows some of these issues could stem from sleep disorders.
April 22, 2022
Surgery Not a Relapse Risk for MS Patients
Surgery is safe for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study finds.
