A rare genetic mutation found in 1% of people of European descent appears to cut their odds for Parkinson’s disease in half, a new study finds. A better understanding of how this bit of DNA works might lead to better prevention and treatment of Parkinson’s generally,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

For children, the world is full of surprises. Adults, on the other hand, are much more difficult to surprise. And there are complex processes behind this apparently straightforward state of affairs. Researchers have been using mice to decode how reactions to the unexpected develop in the growing brain. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Migraines are not only extremely painful, but they also appear to pose a driving risk for seniors, a new study warns. Older adult drivers recently diagnosed with migraines are three times more likely to be involved in a car crash, researchers reported recently in the Journal… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]