Category: What new treatments are there for neurodegenerative diseases?

What new treatments might be arriving for neurodegenerative diseases? What does the latest research say?

Bone marrow stem cell therapy for ALS This study finds that using adult bone marrow as a treatment shows the potential of slowing the progression and significantly improves biomarkers in patients with ALS.

Posted on April 21, 2022April 15, 2022 by Naomi Gallic 666 views

ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that progresses fast. The symptoms include loss of motor skills,…

Can the Mediterranean Diet reduce Alzheimer’s Disease risk? Diets high in seafood, fruits, and vegetables, and low in red meat and dairy, may reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk according to a study of 512 seniors.

Posted on November 15, 2021November 12, 2021 by Nathan Gock 560 views

Eating more seafood, fruits, and vegetables, and less red meat and dairy is good for your brain health. #neuroscience #health #brain

Seizures may exacerbate brain tumor growth Scientists find a new biochemical connection between brain tumors and the epileptic seizures that occur along with brain cancer. These pathways could be used as targets for new treatments.

Posted on May 25, 2021May 26, 2021 by Joshua Abston 1k views

German research team discovers a new connection between brain tumors and epileptic seizures!