neurological disorders and injuries

Miami Dolphins coach says Tagovailoa in good spirits after concussion as NFL review underway |  CNN

Miami Dolphins coach says Tagovailoa in good spirits after concussion as NFL review underway | CNN

CNN — Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is “in good spirits” Friday after suffered a concussion in Thursday night’s game, head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters. The NFL and the Dolphins are under scrutiny for the decision to allow Tagovailoa to play Thursday, after the quarterback was injured in a game last Sunday. McDaniel said …

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ALS Drug Gains FDA Approval Despite Uncertainty About Its Effectiveness |  CNN

ALS Drug Gains FDA Approval Despite Uncertainty About Its Effectiveness | CNN

CNN — A new treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The FDA announced Thursday the approval of Relyvrio, developed by Amylyx Pharmaceuticals. According to the company, the oral drug can be taken as a stand-alone therapy or alongside other treatments, and has been shown …

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Alzheimer's disease drug slows progression of cognitive decline in clinical trial, drugmakers say |  CNN

Alzheimer’s disease drug slows progression of cognitive decline in clinical trial, drugmakers say | CNN

CNN — A monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer’s disease called lecanemab slows the progression of cognitive decline by 27% compared to a placebo, drugmakers Biogen and Eisai said on Tuesday. The drug, tested in a global Phase 3 clinical trial, also met all secondary endpoints, showing “target engagement” with reduced levels of amyloid – a …

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Study finds potential link between daily multivitamins and improved cognition in older adults |  CNN

Study finds potential link between daily multivitamins and improved cognition in older adults | CNN

CNN — According to a new study, taking daily multivitamins may be associated with improved brain function in older adults, and the benefit appears to be greater for people with a history of cardiovascular disease. The results didn’t surprise the researchers — they were rather shocked, said Laura Baker, study author and professor of gerontology …

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