When it comes to brain health, terms like "stroke" and "aneurysm" can be confusing. Both are serious medical conditions affecting blood vessels in the brain. Neurologist Pierre Fayad, MD, helps break down the differences.
In recent years, the world has made strides to recognize and treat depression as the serious condition it is. Luckily, health care providers continue to research depression, resulting in new treatments.
Anyone can trip and fall regardless of age, but the risk increases with age. Losing one's sense of balance and diminished strength and flexibility is a leading cause of injury among older adults.
If you have teenagers, you’ve probably experienced your share of emotional extremes and erratic behavior often exhibited during this age. There’s a reason.
Facial movements serve as the cornerstone of communication and emotional expression, but even the simplest actions, like smiling or closing your eyes, can be difficult when dealing with facial paralysis.
As it evolves, social media allows us to stay connected with family and friends and even meet new people who share our interests. Sharing memes and watching trending dance videos seems harmless enough, but it can be dangerous when scrolling becomes an addiction.
In recent years, you may have heard of Alzheimer’s disease being referred to as Type 3 diabetes. So, is Alzheimer’s a form of diabetes, and what exactly does this mean?
Question: What is the difference between forgetfulness, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Answered by Daniel Murman, MD, Nebraska Medicine neurologist.
A stroke threatened to rob 86-year-old Pauline Johnson of her independence. However, quick treatment and a determined spirit have helped the Kearney, Nebraska, resident return to her home and routine.
A meningioma is a central nervous system tumor, or brain tumor, originating from the meninges, the covering of the brain and spinal cord called dura. Meningiomas make up 41% of newly diagnosed brain tumors, and of those, the majority are benign.
