May 27, 2021
What a Mini Stroke Is, and Why You Need To Act FAST
The signs of a TIA to watch for and how to handle the urgent situation.
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May 24, 2021
Risk of Second Stroke Can Be Reduced With Prevention Efforts Based on Cause of First Stroke
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Clinical Practice Guideline
May 20, 2021
6 Signs You’re Having an Allergy Migraine
Sniffly, sneezy, and headachey? The reason for your head pain may be pollen.
May 18, 2021
Exploring the Potential of Stem Cell Therapies in Alzheimer’s
In conversation with Being Patient leading up to the 2021 NIH Alzheimer’s Research Summit, University of Michigan assistant professor of neurology Dr. Lisa McGinley shed light on the current developments of stem cell therapies for Alzheimer’s.
May 13, 2021
#NDWeek: Meet the Michigan Medicine Neurodiagnostics Team
When we asked Brian Bush, senior manager of neurodiagnostics at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan, if there was anyone on his team he’d like to highlight during Neurodiagnostic Week for their great work over the last year, he insisted on including his whole team
May 13, 2021
American Academy of Sleep Medicine Updates Guidance on Telemedicine for Sleep Disorders
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine released an update highlighting the benefits of telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
May 12, 2021
Fact Check-No Evidence That Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Causes Alzheimer’s Disease
As of this article’s publication, the COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by Pfizer-BioNTech has not been shown to cause Prion diseases or neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS). Experts say a paper circulating online does not provide legitimate evidence otherwise.
April 8, 2021
Treating Sleep Apnea May Reduce Dementia Risk
People with obstructive sleep apnea who treat their apnea with the commonly-prescribed positive airway pressure therapy were less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.
March 23, 2021
A Brain Tumor at 27, And A Team That Changed Her Life
Just over a year ago, Christina Costa was focused on her third year as a University of Michigan psychology student working toward a Ph.D. But testing for what she believed were migraine headaches would temporarily take her life in a new direction.
March 22, 2021
Understanding Treatment Options for Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is challenging for the patient and their loved ones, but treatments are available to slow down the disease and impact day-to-day life.
March 19, 2021
World Sleep Day
The World Sleep Society (WSS) celebrates World Sleep Day on Friday, March 19, 2021. World Sleep Day is an annual, global call to action about the importance of healthy sleep. The focus of WSD is to bring cognizance to the many burdens of sleep problems, as well as the importance of healthy sleep. Learn more about the theme and goals of this
March 15, 2021
Associate Vice Chair of Research
It is my pleasure to announce that Dr. Peter Todd has been appointed as the new Associate Chair for Research in the Department of Neurology! Dr. Todd will be involved in all things research in the department, and will serve as a tremendous resource for all of you.
Join me in welcoming Dr. Todd to his new role!
March 15, 2021
Sleep Apnea Not Associated with Wake-Up Stroke
Stroke onset while asleep does not seem to be the direct link between sleep apnea and stroke.
March 12, 2021
Why We Should Abolish Daylight Saving Time
Springing forward doesn’t just make for a sleepy Monday morning; it also affects your health and your safety.
March 11, 2021
Is It Bad To Get Too Much Sleep?
For years, we’ve been told how detrimental a lack of sleep can be for our mental and physical health. (Think:
March 8, 2021
Michigan Medicine Named One of The World's Best Hospitals By Newsweek
Michigan Medicine has been named one of the world’s top health care destinations by Newsweek in the magazine’s 2021 “World’s Best Hospitals” rankings.
The organization was listed as 23rd in the world and eighth best in the U.S.
March 5, 2021
Improve Your Sleeping Habits With Advice From Neeraj Kaplish, M.D.
Don’t sleep on the latest episode of The Wrap employee podcast!
March 1, 2021
Women Experience Faster Cognitive Decline with Age
A new analysis finds higher baseline cognition scores for aging women, but a more rapid drop once cognitive decline begins.
February 26, 2021
Alzheimer Programming Set
The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter will feature COVID-19 vaccine updates by top Alzheimer s experts from the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center as part of its free March programming schedule.
February 18, 2021
Irregular Sleep Schedules Connected to Bad Moods and Depression, Study Shows
An irregular sleep schedule can increase a person's risk of depression over the long term as much as getting fewer hours of sleep overall, or staying up late most nights, a new study suggests.
