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One good night of sleep may do less than once thought
Date: 2010-01-14 00:00:00

According to recent behavioral testing, people cannot reverse the poor functioning and thinking associated with sleep deprivation with only one good night of sleep. ... Full Story

Advances in Alzheimer's testing may lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment
Date: 2010-01-20 00:00:00

Over the past few months, U.S. researchers have been able to assemble several indicative tests that can help diagnosis early stage Alzheimer's disease. ... Full Story

Magnesium supplementation may prevent memory loss
Date: 2010-01-29 00:00:00

Recent laboratory testing suggests that increased levels of magnesium may improve learning and memory, and that inadequate levels of the compound may lead to impaired cognitive function in older adults. ... Full Story

Can sleep apnea lead to brain damage?
Date: 2010-02-03 00:00:00

According to a new study, people suffering from severe obstructed sleep apnea may have reduced concentrations of gray matter in several areas of the brain. Gray matter refers to the cerebral cortex, or the area of the brain where the majority of information processing takes place. ... Full Story

Severe sleep apnea may reduce the frequency of nightmares
Date: 2010-02-16 00:00:00

Researchers from the Sleep Disorders Center of Southern Colorado in Pueblo have found that patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea may experience fewer nightmares than those without the chronic sleeping disorder. ... Full Story

Simple reaction test may help diagnose concussions
Date: 2010-02-18 00:00:00

A simple, inexpensive test that measures reaction time may help doctors evaluate whether an athlete has had a concussion, a new study has found. ... Full Story

Healthy diet may help ward off Alzheimer's disease
Date: 2010-04-13 00:00:00

According to a new study to be published in the June issue of the Archives of Neurology, consuming a healthy diet may decrease a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. ... Full Story