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A study in Nature Aging suggests that certain nutrients in the Mediterranean diet may slow brain aging. Key nutrients include omega-3 fatty acids, carotenoids, and vitamin E, which are linked to better cognitive function and brain health.

Prehospital management of blood pressure in patients with suspected acute stroke shows varying impacts depending on the stroke type. Immediate reduction improves outcomes in hemorrhagic stroke but may worsen outcomes in ischemic stroke, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches in early stroke care.

New research suggests a link between frequent daytime napping and an increased risk of hypertension and stroke, highlighting the importance of evaluating patients’ sleep habits as part of their cardiovascular risk assessment.

Using a massage gun on the neck can significantly increase stroke risks due to potential arterial dissections. Educating patients on the dangers and encouraging professional medical evaluation for neck pain is crucial.

Non-invasive digital health tools, including wearable sensors and tremor-suppressing devices, are emerging as valuable adjuncts to traditional treatments for tremor management, significantly enhancing patient autonomy and quality of life.

The new guideline emphasizes early intervention and careful medication selection for pregnant patients with epilepsy, recommending lamotrigine, levetiracetam, and oxcarbazepine, while advising against valproic acid, phenobarbital, and topiramate.