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health4 days ago•1 min saved

New study ties high CTE risk to former NFL players, urges safer head-impact limits

A British Medical Journal study of 878 former NFL players who died from 2016–2021 found 215 of 235 brain donors had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The researchers estimate CTE prevalence among all decedents ranged from 24.5% (minimum) to 97.7% (maximum), underscoring a higher risk of neurodegenerative disease and dementia in this population and urging the NFL to reduce repetitive head impacts across levels of play.

via BBC|

#cte #dementia #head-impacts

health24 days ago•379 min saved

Pesticide exposure tied to higher ALS risk, new study finds

New research finds that workers exposed to pesticides have about a 60% higher risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), adding to growing evidence that pesticide exposure is linked to several neurodegenerative and health conditions as ALS cases have risen in the U.S. over the past decade.

via NBC News|

#als #epidemiology #exposure

health1 month ago•6 min saved

GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Accelerate ALS Progress, Experts Warn

Some doctors warn that GLP-1 receptor agonists used for diabetes and obesity (e.g., semaglutide in Ozempic/Wegovy) could hasten ALS progression by triggering rapid weight loss; a 2025 ALS case study reported a 10-fold acceleration in decline after starting semaglutide, with stabilization after stopping, and ALS care guidelines emphasize maintaining or increasing weight; Novo Nordisk says ALS isn’t listed as a warning in their drug information.

via Fox News|

#als #glp-1 #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Quadruple Risk: Study Links NFL Careers to Higher Neurodegenerative Deaths

A Mass General Brigham–Boston University–CTE Foundation study of nearly 20,000 NFL players finds death from neurodegenerative disease is about four times higher than in the general population, with dementia and Parkinson’s deaths 3–4x more common; longer careers (five-plus seasons) nearly double the risk versus shorter careers. CTE is considered the primary explanation, though players generally live longer overall due to other protective factors.

via NBC Sports|

#cte #dementia #health

science2 months ago•15 min saved

A Scientist Confronts Huntington’s Disease and Pursues a Cure

A scientist learns he has Huntington’s disease, a genetic brain disorder caused by CAG repeats, and launches a personal quest to find treatments, a mission that reflects a broader, large-scale effort to develop therapies for Huntington’s and other brain diseases.

via The Washington Post|

#genetics #huntingtons-disease #medical-research

science6 months ago•5 min saved

Hidden Brain Drain Path Discovered Along the Dura Near a Key Artery

Researchers identified a slow, lymphatic-like drainage channel in the dura surrounding the middle meningeal artery in healthy adults, using dynamic MRI and postmortem tissue with lymphatic markers PROX1, PDPN, LYVE1. This pathway could help clear cerebrospinal and interstitial fluids, reshaping how we understand brain waste clearance and potentially impacting aging and diseases like Alzheimer’s, while reinforcing the dura as an active immune interface rather than a static barrier.

via Indian Defence Review|

#brain-lymphatics #dura-mater #middle-meningeal-artery

health10 months ago•19 min saved

A Week in the Life of Brooke Eby with ALS

Brooke Eby, diagnosed with ALS at 33, shares her journey living with the disease, highlighting her use of humor and social media to raise awareness, her daily routines, and her efforts in fundraising and advocacy, despite her rapidly declining health.

via The Cut|

#als #awareness-and-fundraising #brooke-eby

health10 months ago•2 min saved

Fossil Fuel Pollutant Linked to ALS

A Canadian study links higher exposure to sulfur dioxide, a pollutant from fossil fuel combustion, with an increased risk of developing ALS, highlighting the need for stricter air quality regulations despite current guidelines.

via ScienceAlert|

#air-pollution #als #fossil-fuels

health11 months ago•13 min saved

Frontotemporal Dementia's Impact on Mind and Marriage

The article narrates the profound impact of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) on Marc Pierrat and his wife Julia, highlighting how the disease alters personality, cognition, and their relationship, while also emphasizing the importance of support, research, and advocacy for those affected by FTD.

via Los Angeles Times|

#caregiving #frontotemporal-dementia #ftd

health11 months ago•13 min saved

Frontotemporal Dementia's Impact on Identity and Marriage

The article narrates the profound impact of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) on Marc Pierrat and his wife Julia, highlighting how the disease alters personality, communication, and their relationship, while also emphasizing the importance of support, research, and adaptation in facing this challenging neurodegenerative condition.

via yahoo.com|

#caregiving #frontotemporal-dementia #ftd

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Gut Immune Cells Migrate to the Brain in Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers discovered that gut immune cells, specifically B cells, migrate to the brains of mice with Alzheimer's disease, influenced by inflammatory signals, and that a high-fiber diet can restore gut immune balance and improve quality of life, suggesting a new therapeutic target for Alzheimer's.

via Neuroscience News|

#alzheimers #gut-immune-cells #health

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Potential Breakthrough in ALS Treatment

A man with a family history of ALS undergoes testing at a Columbia University clinic, raising hope that a new drug might prevent or treat the disease, which has historically had limited treatment options.

via statnews.com|

#als #clinical-research #drug-trial

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Psychiatric Medications Associated with Increased ALS Risk and Progression

A Swedish study found that the use of psychiatric medications such as anxiolytics, hypnotics, sedatives, and antidepressants is associated with an increased risk of developing ALS and worse outcomes after diagnosis, including shorter survival and faster functional decline, suggesting a potential link between psychiatric symptoms, medications, and ALS progression.

via Medical Xpress|

#als #health #neurodegenerative-disease

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Understanding Behavioral Changes in Dementia

A neurologist discusses how dementia, particularly frontotemporal dementia, affects social behavior and the importance of maintaining a healthy social brain, highlighting insights from his research and upcoming book.

via futurity.org|

#bruce-miller #dementia #frontotemporal-dementia

health1 year ago•4 min saved

QurAlis Begins Phase 1 Trial of QRL-101 for ALS Treatment

Quralis has initiated a Phase 1 clinical trial for QRL-101, a novel treatment aimed at reducing nerve cell overactivation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients, potentially slowing disease progression. The trial, conducted in the Netherlands, will assess the safety, tolerability, and pharmacological properties of QRL-101. This first-in-class therapy targets Kv7.2/7.3 ion channels to control motor neuron hyperexcitability, a key factor in ALS progression. Results from this study, along with parallel research, will guide future development of QRL-101.

via ALS News Today|

#als #clinical-trial #health