display Latest news from American Academy of Neurology (AAN) on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/early-signs-of-heart-problems-linked-to-smaller-brain-volumes/?sc=rsin /articles/early-signs-of-heart-problems-linked-to-smaller-brain-volumes/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST MINNEAPOLIS -- People who have early signs of heart problems may also have changes in brain health that can be early signs of dementia, such as loss of brain volume, according to a meta-analysis published on March 26, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The meta-analysis does not prove that early heart problems cause loss of brain cells; it only shows an association. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/your-neighborhood-may-affect-your-risk-of-dementia/?sc=rsin /articles/your-neighborhood-may-affect-your-risk-of-dementia/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST People living in more disadvantaged neighborhoods may be more likely to develop dementia than people living in neighborhoods with fewer disadvantages, according to a study published on March 26, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/sleepier-during-the-day-for-some-older-people-it-s-linked-to-twice-the-dementia-risk/?sc=rsin /articles/sleepier-during-the-day-for-some-older-people-it-s-linked-to-twice-the-dementia-risk/?sc=rsin Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST For women in their 80s, experiencing increasing sleepiness during the day over a five-year period is associated with double the risk of developing dementia during that time, according to a study published on March 19, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study does not prove that daytime sleepiness causes dementia; it only shows an association. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/do-brain-changes-remain-after-recovery-from-concussion/?sc=rsin /articles/do-brain-changes-remain-after-recovery-from-concussion/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST For college athletes with concussion, brain changes may remain visible in brain scans up to a year after they are cleared to return to play, according to a study published on March 12, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/aan-aes-and-efa-issue-position-statement-on-seizures-and-driving-safety/?sc=rsin /articles/aan-aes-and-efa-issue-position-statement-on-seizures-and-driving-safety/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST The American Academy of Neurology (AAN), the American Epilepsy Society (AES) and the Epilepsy Foundation of America (EFA) have issued a consensus position statement on seizures, driver licensure and medical reporting. The position statement is published on March 12, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). It was developed with the Ethics, Law, and Humanities Committee, a joint committee of the AAN, the American Neurological Association and the Child Neurology Society. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/stressed-out-it-may-increase-the-risk-of-stroke/?sc=rsin /articles/stressed-out-it-may-increase-the-risk-of-stroke/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST Some people living with chronic stress have a higher risk of stroke, according to a study published on March 5, 2025, online in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study looked at younger adults and found an association between stress and stroke, with no known cause, in female participants, but not male participants. This study does not prove that stress causes stroke; it only shows an association. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/over-the-counter-pain-relievers-linked-to-improved-recovery-from-concussion/?sc=rsin /articles/over-the-counter-pain-relievers-linked-to-improved-recovery-from-concussion/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST People who take over-the-counter pain relievers after a concussion may recover faster than those who do not take pain relievers, according to a preliminary study released today, March 5, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/are-higher-doses-of-folic-acid-in-pregnancy-safe/?sc=rsin /articles/are-higher-doses-of-folic-acid-in-pregnancy-safe/?sc=rsin Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST Taking a higher dose of folic acid during the first trimester of pregnancy was safe and associated with improved verbal abilities in children at age six as well as improved behavior skills, according to a preliminary study released today, March 4, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/simple-algorithm-helps-improve-treatment-reduce-disparities-in-ms/?sc=rsin /articles/simple-algorithm-helps-improve-treatment-reduce-disparities-in-ms/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST A simple treatment algorithm may help reduce treatment disparities for Hispanic and Black people with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a preliminary study released today, March 3, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/sleep-apnea-linked-to-increased-risk-of-parkinson-s-but-cpap-may-reduce-risk/?sc=rsin /articles/sleep-apnea-linked-to-increased-risk-of-parkinson-s-but-cpap-may-reduce-risk/?sc=rsin Sun, 02 Mar 2025 16:00:00 EST People with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, but if started early enough, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) may reduce that risk, according to a preliminary study released today, March 2, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. The study found using CPAP within two years of a sleep apnea diagnosis reduced the risk of Parkinson's. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/physical-activity-linked-to-lower-risk-of-dementia-sleep-disorders-other-diseases/?sc=rsin /articles/physical-activity-linked-to-lower-risk-of-dementia-sleep-disorders-other-diseases/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST People who get moderate to vigorous physical activity may be less likely to develop dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, according to a preliminary study released today, February 27, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/drug-may-prevent-some-migraine-attacks-in-children-and-teens/?sc=rsin /articles/drug-may-prevent-some-migraine-attacks-in-children-and-teens/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST For children and teens living with migraine, there may be a new preventive treatment, according to a preliminary study released today, February 26, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. Researchers found the drug zonisamide, which has been used to treat seizures, may reduce migraine days in this age group. This study does not prove that zonisamide reduces migraine days; it only shows an association. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/blood-test-could-lead-to-better-diagnosis-and-management-of-als/?sc=rsin /articles/blood-test-could-lead-to-better-diagnosis-and-management-of-als/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, can sometimes be difficult to diagnose or to predict how quickly the disease is likely to progress. A new study helps determine which blood tests are best at identifying and monitoring ALS. The study is published in the February 26, 2025, online issue of Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/microplastics-in-ocean-linked-to-disabilities-for-coastal-residents/?sc=rsin /articles/microplastics-in-ocean-linked-to-disabilities-for-coastal-residents/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST Tiny bits of plastic found in the ocean may be tied to a higher risk of disability for people who live in coastal areas with high levels, according to a preliminary study released today, February 25, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5-9, 2025, in San Diego and online. The study looked at disabilities affecting memory and thinking, mobility and a person's ability to take care of oneself. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/meeting-wire-sent18/?sc=rsin /articles/meeting-wire-sent18/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Feb 2025 04:45:06 EST Meeting Wire Sent American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/is-smoking-tied-to-unexplained-stroke-in-younger-adults/?sc=rsin /articles/is-smoking-tied-to-unexplained-stroke-in-younger-adults/?sc=rsin Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST Smoking, particularly heavy smoking, is linked to some unexplained strokes in younger adults, mainly in male individuals and in people ages 45 to 49, according to a study published in the February 19, 2025, online issue of Neurology(r) Open Access, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/study-finds-more-barriers-to-genetic-testing-for-black-children-than-white-children/?sc=rsin /articles/study-finds-more-barriers-to-genetic-testing-for-black-children-than-white-children/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST For children with signs of neurological conditions such as autism, epilepsy and global developmental delay, genetic testing can help make the diagnosis, identify possible treatments and determine whether family members could be affected, among other benefits. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/more-sunshine-as-a-baby-linked-to-less-disease-activity-for-children-with-ms/?sc=rsin /articles/more-sunshine-as-a-baby-linked-to-less-disease-activity-for-children-with-ms/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST Getting at least 30 minutes of daily summer sun in the first year of life may mean a lower relapse risk for children who are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) later, according to a study published on February 12, 2025, online in Neurology(r) Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study also found if a child's biological mother had at least 30 minutes of daily sun during the second trimester of pregnancy, the child had a lower risk of MS relapses. The study does not prove that sun lowers relapse risk for children with MS, it only shows an association. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/epidural-steroid-injections-for-chronic-back-pain-an-aan-systematic-review/?sc=rsin /articles/epidural-steroid-injections-for-chronic-back-pain-an-aan-systematic-review/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 EST The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) has developed a new systematic review to summarize for neurologists and other clinicians the evidence for epidural steroid injections and whether they reduce pain and disability for people with certain kinds of chronic back pain. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) /articles/press-registration-is-open-for-the-2025-aan-annual-meeting2/?sc=rsin /articles/press-registration-is-open-for-the-2025-aan-annual-meeting2/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Feb 2025 03:10:49 EST Press registration is now open for journalists who wish to attend the 77th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). The 2025 AAN Annual Meeting will be held from April 5-9 in San Diego and online. American Academy of Neurology (AAN)