Alzheimer’s disease is an excruciatingly difficult condition for both an individual and their family. The condition can lead to cognitive decline and memory issues, but like many conditions, the earlier intervention begins, the more successful treatment tends to be. However, one issue with Alzheimer’s is that it’s tough to diagnose in its early stages. But […]
Preventing Against Winter Head Injuries
Winter is coming, and that means we soon expect to see an uptick in head injuries from certain activities here in Minnesota. From winter sporting activities to black ice, the winter season can quickly lead to a severe head injury if you’re not careful. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at some of […]
How That Thanksgiving Meal Affects Your Brain
Even if your Thanksgiving will look a little different this year because of the coronavirus pandemic, odds are millions of Americans will still be filling up on turkey in some fashion. And if your Thanksgiving meal involves turkey, you’ve probably heard how the bird contains an amino acid called tryptophan that could be the reason […]
Understanding And Treating Brain Aneurysms
A brain aneurysm is a potentially life threatening condition that involves the bulging or ballooning of a blood vessel in the brain. If this bulge ends up leaking or rupturing, it can cause a hemorrhagic stroke in the brain, which needs to be treated as soon as possible. Today, we take a closer look at […]
Symptoms And Treatment Options For Moyamoya Disease
Moyamoya disease is a little known neurological condition that has made the news in recent months after Vince Murdock, a professional MMA fight, was diagnosed and treated for the condition. In short, moyamoya disease is a condition categorized by a narrowing of the carotid artery in the skull, which in turn reduces blood flow to […]
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