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New Stroke Drug Helps 69% Recover With Little Disability
Health & WellnessFeb 8

New Stroke Drug Helps 69% Recover With Little Disability

A breakthrough medication given within two days of a stroke helped patients recover with significantly less disability than previous treatments. The trial of nearly 1,000 patients in China shows promising results for a condition that affects millions worldwide.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
OHSU Maps Brain Protein That Could Stop Stroke Damage
Health & Wellness1h ago

OHSU Maps Brain Protein That Could Stop Stroke Damage

Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University captured the first detailed 3D images of a brain protein that could unlock new stroke treatments. The breakthrough creates a blueprint for drugs that protect brain tissue when every second counts.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
New Stroke Drug Shows 69% Recovery Rate in Major Trial
Health & WellnessFeb 7

New Stroke Drug Shows 69% Recovery Rate in Major Trial

A breakthrough medication called loberamisal helped stroke patients achieve excellent recovery when started within 48 hours, offering new hope for millions. Nearly 70% of patients treated showed little to no disability after 90 days.

Medical Xpress3 min read
New Drug May Shield Brain From Radiation Side Effects
Health & WellnessFeb 12

New Drug May Shield Brain From Radiation Side Effects

Cancer patients face a cruel trade-off: radiation therapy saves their lives but often damages their memory and mental health for years afterward. Scientists just discovered a way to protect the brain while still fighting the cancer.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Scientists Block Alzheimer's "Death Switch" in Mice
Health & WellnessMar 24

Scientists Block Alzheimer's "Death Switch" in Mice

Researchers discovered a toxic protein pair that kills brain cells in Alzheimer's and used a new drug to stop it in mice, slowing memory loss. The breakthrough targets a different pathway than previous treatments, offering fresh hope for millions.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
New Stroke-Prevention Stent Shows Perfect 50-Patient Record
Health & WellnessJun 11

New Stroke-Prevention Stent Shows Perfect 50-Patient Record

A breakthrough medical device designed to prevent strokes during artery procedures just achieved a perfect safety record in its first 50 high-risk patients. The results could transform treatment for more than 35,000 Americans each year.

Google News - Clinical Trial Success2 min read
Ultrasound Breakthrough Lets Scientists Talk to Brain Cells
InnovationFeb 3

Ultrasound Breakthrough Lets Scientists Talk to Brain Cells

Scientists discovered a way to communicate with neurons using gentle sound waves, opening new paths for treating brain diseases without surgery. The technique safely changed how brain cells signal each other while keeping them completely healthy.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Indian Startup Turns Coffee Waste Into Brain Health Prebiotic
Health & WellnessJun 3

Indian Startup Turns Coffee Waste Into Brain Health Prebiotic

A Bengaluru biotech company is transforming discarded coffee husks into a prebiotic fiber that may protect brain health through gut bacteria. The science-backed innovation tackles farm waste while advancing research into the powerful gut-brain connection.

YourStory India3 min read