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Recent research underscores a notable correlation between high pesticide and herbicide exposure and increased Parkinson’s disease risk, emphasizing the need for healthcare professionals to consider environmental factors in their assessment and patient education strategies.

Recent findings suggest a notable correlation between certain recreational activities and an increased risk of ALS in men, emphasizing the need for healthcare professionals to consider environmental and lifestyle factors in disease risk assessment and patient counseling.

In the latest findings on gantenerumab, while the anticipated cognitive benefits in Alzheimer’s patients were not realized, the drug demonstrated significant impacts on biomarkers, including amyloid plaque reduction and alterations in CSF phosphorylated tau and Aβ42 levels.

Psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) necessitate a multidisciplinary approach, combining neurologic evaluation with psychological insights to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective patient care. Early and accurate diagnosis is critical to avoid unnecessary treatments and to engage patients in appropriate psychological therapies.

This study emphasizes the critical need for integrated nutritional assessments and interventions in patients with Alzheimer’s, highlighting how malnutrition and the disease exacerbate each other, impacting patient care and outcomes.

A 2019 trial report from NEJM offered a comparative analysis of levetiracetam, fosphenytoin, and valproate in managing benzodiazepine-resistant convulsive status epilepticus, providing essential insights into their efficacy and safety, aiding clinicians in informed decision-making.