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Diseases of the nervous system (302 contents)
Diet and ADHD - how nutrition can support concentration and nervous system function
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects, among other things, concentration and emotion regulation. Its symptoms often persist into adulthood as well. A growing body of research suggests...
The gut-brain axis: how diet changes the gut microbiota and what it means for cognitive function
The gut-brain axis is a bidirectional communication system between the gastrointestinal tract and the brain, in which the vagus nerve and the gut microbiota play an important role. Among other...
Fat is not so scary - full-fat cheese and cream may reduce the risk of dementia?
An extensive Swedish study indicates a possible link between consumption of high-fat cheese and cream and a lower risk of developing dementia in later life. Given the bad reputation of dairy, this...
Can Alzheimer's be cured? Find out about the latest discovery by foreign scientists!
Alzheimer's is one of those diagnoses that most of us dread. Memory loss, sudden mood changes, disorientation in familiar surroundings - these are symptoms that strike fear not only in older people,...
What are the characteristics of neurological abnormalities in the first year of life?
How can I tell if my infant has neurological problems? What is worth paying attention to and when? Let's learn about the symptoms of neurological diseases, the risks of their probable occurrence and...
Do memory problems always mean dementia?
Dementia diseases are feared by those who may suffer from them, as well as their relatives. The concern is mainly related to the extent to which such conditions affect a person's daily functioning....
What is a healthy diet for people with nervous system problems?
The nervous system is a complex network that controls almost all bodily functions - from movement and breathing, to thinking and emotions, to reactions to external stimuli. Problems with the nervous...
Jerzmanowice ran for SMA - record-breaking SMArt RUN 2025
On 9 August Jerzmanowice in the Małopolskie Voivodship became the capital of solidarity with people suffering from spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). For the seventh time, the SMArt RUN took place there...
Botox in migraine treatment - a therapy that changes patients' lives
"Migraine is not just a headache, and Botox is more than an aesthetic treatment" - these two sentences may surprise you, but they perfectly capture the content of a conversation with Dr Anna...
Cluster headaches - unrecognised pain
Cluster headaches are relatively rare, affecting about 1 person in 1,000. They are more common in men, especially in smokers. Attacks usually start after the age of 20 and are often not diagnosed...
Cannabis a cure for Parkinson's disease?
Parkinson's disease affects millions of people around the world. Where does it come from? How is it treated and is cannabis a remedy to combat its symptoms?
Eliminating risk factors can significantly reduce the incidence of dementia
A cure for dementia has still not been invented. However, there is research that says it is possible to eliminate the factors that lead to its occurrence. We check what the experts think about this.
Joint pain in rheumatological diseases
Joint pain is a common problem in patients with neurological diseases. Sometimes the symptoms are so severe that a consultation with a rheumatologist is necessary. Which rheumatological diseases make...
How do you distinguish between dementia and age-related memory loss?
Forgetting happens to all of us; in addition, memory declines with age. We look at how to distinguish 'ordinary' forgetting from dementia.
CBD and epilepsy: new research
CBD oil is a supplement that is effective for many ailments. Recent studies indicate that it also works for epilepsy caused by Dravet and Lennox-Gastaut syndromes.
Effect of wasabi on the memory of older people
Ageing has been proven to affect a person's brain and cognitive function. However, it is known that lifestyle and certain foods consumed can improve its functioning. Researchers at Tohoku University...
Can a multiple sclerosis drug be effective in treating Alzheimer's disease?
Multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease are two conditions that act in a similar way - they affect the central nervous system, including the brain. This conclusion has led researchers to conclude...
Amazing abilities of Sawant Syndrome patients
They can calculate complex mathematical calculations in the blink of an eye or play thousands of songs from memory. They possess unbelievable artistic abilities and yet are unable to perform even the...
Medical cannabis - frequently asked questions (ALPQ)
Since ancient times, cannabis cultivation has taken place in many countries around the world. At every stage of history, one can find information about the use of cannabis for various purposes....
Who is medical cannabis for?
For years, cannabis has been the subject of much controversy and debate, most often centred on its legalisation, with various arguments being put forward by both supporters and opponents of its...
Artificial intelligence will detect Parkinson's disease faster!
Researchers have developed an AI tool that can detect Parkinson's disease from blood samples. Artificial intelligence can spot the possibility of the disease 15 years before the onset of symptoms...
Naps longer than half an hour may be linked to obesity and high blood pressure
An international team of researchers has published the results of a study in which they showed a link between long daytime naps and the occurrence of obesity risk, metabolic syndrome and high blood...
