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Marijuana use may hurt intellectual skills in MS patients
— 29 Mar 2011 17:23 | HealthAny possible pain relief that marijuana has for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may be outweighed by the drug's apparent negative effect on thinking skills, according to research…
Depression, age, other factors linked to dependence after stroke
— 15 Mar 2011 19:17 | HealthPeople who have a stroke are more likely to be dependent if they are depressed, older or have other medical problems, according to a study published in the March 15, 2011, print issue…
Stroke survivors with irregular heartbeat may have higher risk of dementia
— 8 Mar 2011 13:32 | HealthStroke survivors who have an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation may be at higher risk of developing dementia than stroke survivors who do not have the heart condition, according…
Ibuprofen may lower risk of Parkinson's disease
— 3 Mar 2011 12:20 | HealthNew research suggests that ibuprofen may offer protection against developing Parkinson's disease, according to one of the largest studies to date investigating the possible benefits…
More evidence that Alzheimer's disease may be inherited from your mother
— 1 Mar 2011 16:57 | HealthResults from a new study contribute to growing evidence that if one of your parents has Alzheimer's disease, the chances of inheriting it from your mother are higher than from your…
Alzheimer's disease may be easily misdiagnosed
— 24 Feb 2011 19:26 | HealthNew research shows that Alzheimer's disease and other dementing illnesses may be easily misdiagnosed in the elderly, according to early results of a study of people in Hawaii who had…
Speaking foreign languages may help protect your memory
— 23 Feb 2011 17:07 | HealthPeople who speak more than two languages may lower their risk of developing memory problems, according a study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's…
Who can drive after a stroke? Tests can help decide
— 22 Feb 2011 23:10 | HealthMany people want to keep driving after having a stroke, and many can do so safely. Simple tests in the office can help doctors determine who is more likely to be a safe driver after…
High cholesterol and blood pressure in middle age tied to early memory problems
— 22 Feb 2011 23:09 | HealthMiddle-age men and women who have cardiovascular issues, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, may not only be at risk for heart disease, but for an increased risk of developing…
Using amphetamines may increase risk of Parkinson's disease
— 21 Feb 2011 17:06 | HealthNew research shows people who have used amphetamines such as benzedrine and dexedrine appear to be at an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease, according to a study released…