Brain Health
Learn about the importance and function of the brain and nervous system, including a wide range of topics including neurological conditions, treatments, and more.
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Causes
Causes of neurological conditions can include genetics, environmental factors, and infections.
Definition
Learn the basics about the anatomy and inner workings of your brain and the components its made of.
Diagnosis
Diagnosing neurological issues involves medical history, exams, imaging, and brain function tests.
Management
Learn more about managing your brain health after the diagnosis of a neurological issue.
Prevention
Preventing neurological issues involves healthy choices and proactive measures like exercise, nutrition, and rest.
Recovery
Neurological event recovery involves rehabilitation, medical interventions, and brain healing or adaptation.
Related Conditions
Neurological health conditions include neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, epilepsy, migraines and more.
Symptoms
Neurological conditions can manifest as changes in cognition, sensation, coordination, or behavior.
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Treatment
Diagnosis and Treatment for Migraines
To help diagnose a migraine, your doctor may ask you when your headaches occur, how long they last, and what they feel like.
Types
Stages of Alzheimer Disease
Learn about the progression of Alzheimer disease, which can include memory loss, confusion, and changes in personality.
Treating Neurological Conditions
Brain Tumors: Surgery
Surgery is a common treatment for many types of brain tumors. It's often the first treatment used.
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Gamma Knife uses very precise beams of gamma rays to treat an area of disease or growth. It’s most often used in the brain.
Laminectomy
A type of surgery in which a surgeon removes part or all of the vertebral bone, helping to relieve compression of the spinal cord or the nerve roots.
Want to expand your mind?
Our quick quizzes are a fun and informative way to test what you know about topics related to brain health. Take a few minutes and see what you know, and more importantly, what you don't!
Watch & Learn: Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a slowly progressive disease of the central nervous system. MS damages the protective covering of nerve fibers, which leads to multiple physical problems. In this video, you'll learn about possible causes, the range of symptoms, and treatments available.
