Neurology
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Greek-Australian neuroscientist has discovered unknown region of the brain AAP - 23-11-2018
Australian neuroscientist George Paxinos has discovered a new, previously unknown area in the human brain. The region, which Prof Paxinos called
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Sufferers of spinal muscular atrophy will have access to a life-saving drug AAP - 07-05-2018
The Turnbull government has found money to list a drug for spinal muscular atrophy on the PBS, roll out a free whooping cough vaccine and help Lifeline.
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Research shows eating more oily fish can reduce risk of MS AAP - 04-05-2018
There is emerging and promising evidence showing a link between eating more oily fish could help protect against multiple sclerosis. Eating
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According to new estimates, multiple sclerosis on rise in Australia AAP - 01-05-2018
There are now more than 25,000 Australians living with multiple sclerosis, according to new estimates. Multiple
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All sensation is not lost in thoracic spinal cord injuries HealthTimes - 01-02-2018
Researchers from Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), The University of Sydney, and HammondCare have found surviving sensory nerve connections in areas of no sensation
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Hope for people with multiple sclerosis AAP - 24-01-2018
A molecule with a name so long it's almost impossible to spell holds great promise for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), Australian researchers say.
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Study shows music has a healing power AAP - 21-12-2017
Music and its effect on the brain is being studied more and more closely to help people suffering brain diseases and disorders. Like a friendly
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A link between sport-related concussion and depression in elite athletes AAP - 23-11-2017
A review of all the evidence has established a link between sport-related concussion and depression in American elite athletes. Researchers
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Australian scientists have made a promising MS research discovery AAP - 31-10-2017
It's hoped the discovery of small yet 'powerful' biomarkers in MS patients will lead to improved treatment. Australian scientists
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Vibration therapy trialled in young children HealthTimes - 13-10-2017
The Torrens Kelly family were “somewhat sceptical” when son Luke, then 12, joined a clinical trial of a new vibration therapy for cerebral palsy at the Liggins
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Using seaweed sugar to heal brain injuries HealthTimes - 13-09-2017
Australian researchers have successfully harnessed the healing power of seaweed to develop a new technique that can heal damaged brain tissue. Dr Richard Williams
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New diagnostic tool spots first signs of Parkinson's disease HealthTimes - 05-09-2017
Researchers have developed the first tool that can diagnose Parkinson’s disease when there are no physical symptoms, offering hope for more effective treatment of the
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Scientists to embark on groundbreaking concussion study HealthTimes - 04-07-2017
A groundbreaking study into concussion has been launched by scientists at The University of Queensland – and you could possibly play a part. The first
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Horse riding has been shown to be very beneficial for stroke survivors AAP - 16-06-2017
The multi-sensory and stimulating nature of horse riding and rhythm-and-music therapies has been shown to be very beneficial for stroke survivors.
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New international child sport concussion guidelines AAP - 01-06-2017
A review of the management of sport-related concussion in children has resulted in new international guidelines. Children or teens who have
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Nominations open for the 2017 Stroke Care Champion Award HealthTimes - 01-06-2017
The Stroke Foundation is seeking to uncover the inspirational unsung heroes making life better for Australia’s stroke community. Nominations for
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MND funding boost will investigate drug treatment HealthTimes - 29-05-2017
Almost $1 million in funding for research into a potential drug therapy for motor neurone disease (MND) will flow to the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute for
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Greater awareness of MS symptoms is urgently needed AAP - 02-05-2017
Less than half of Australia can identify the early signs of multiple sclerosis, a disease that doesn't mean a life in a wheelchair if treated early.
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An $8 million funding boost for motor neurone disease research AAP - 24-04-2017
More than $8 million is being injected into Australian research for treatments and a potential cure for motor neurone disease. AFL legend Neale
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Regular exercise key to stroke recovery AAP - 07-04-2017
US researchers have found a person's body mass index is not a factor in predicting their level of disability after stroke. Regular exercise
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