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FDA approves diazepam nasal spray for seizure clusters
Valtoco may be administered by a care partner outside of a medical setting for the treatment of frequent seizure activity that is distinct from a...
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Delayed clinical care after concussion may prolong recovery
A retrospective study suggests that athletes may engage in counterproductive recovery strategies, such as a strict rest or excessive physical...
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Experts call to revise the Uniform Determination of Death Act
A neurologist and her colleagues propose changes with the goal of clarifying and harmonizing procedures for determining death by neurologic...
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Data point to bidirectional link between sleep disorders and ADHD
Investigators found a dose-response relationship between sleep duration and the odds of having ADHD symptoms.
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FDA okays ubrogepant for acute migraine treatment
ACHIEVE I and ACHIEVE II demonstrate efficacy.
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First autoimmune epilepsy RCT supports IVIG therapy
BALTIMORE – Misdiagnosis and delayed treatment may mean that patients end up in nursing homes diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
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FDA warns gabapentin, pregabalin may cause serious breathing problems
The drugs increase the risk of respiratory depression when used with central nervous system depressants or in patients with lung problems,...
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California researchers work to update EMS status epilepticus protocols
BALTIMORE – There was a lower risk of intubation with 5 mg midazolam IM or more.
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Could preventing dementia be as simple as following your mom’s advice?
SAN DIEGO – Emerging evidence agrees: Lots of exercise, a good diet, and social interaction are good for both body and mind.
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Pimavanserin reduced dementia-related psychotic symptoms without affecting cognition
SAN DIEGO – The adverse event profile of the second-generation antipsychotic appears more benign than that typically seen with antipsychotics in...
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Bariatric surgery tied to fewer cerebrovascular events
PHILADELPHIA –