One of the scariest aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic is that the medical community was largely unprepared to deal with the host of immediate, mid-range, and long-term impacts of the disease. As a novel virus, we simply did not know…
Headaches are a common ailment that strike at the most inopportune times. If you're like many others, you've dealt with the pain of this condition more than once. However, if other symptoms accompany your headache, it may be a sign of…
Sports are an excellent way for your child to stay in shape and develop friendships. As great as playing sports is, they also can result in injuries. Concussions are a pretty common injury among young athletes, especially in contact sports. It can…
Memory loss in itself can be terrifying, especially as you get older. No one wants to think they're on the road to dementia and forgetting all the things they once loved. But adding in other issues, such as vertigo, can make…
Forgetting where you put your keys or where you left your favorite book is usually not a reason for concern. However, when you continually forget the simplest things or events, it can be alarming. But how do you know when…
Epilepsy is a severe medical condition that causes you to have seizures without warning. But did you know you can also have episodes without having epilepsy? There are a lot of different conditions that can cause you to have convulsions similar…
If you’re worried that you have a traumatic brain injury, you’re right to be concerned. About 23% of all reported traumatic brain injuries are fatal. So, to be safe, you’ll want to look out for some symptoms and seek treatment as soon…
It can often feel very confusing when you’re diagnosed with a condition. You may feel frustrated with all of the new medications that you have to take, and you’re not alone. According to The Mayo Clinic, nearly 70 percent of Americans take…
Chronic headaches and migraines can be detrimental to your daily life. They can be debilitating, putting a wrench in your active routine, and preventing you from living comfortably. The Neurology Center for Epilepsy and Seizures performs treatments that help patients like you…
Concussions can occur when you least expect them. One blow to the head from playing sports, or a high-impact vehicle accident can lead to a concussion, and it’s essential to understand what that can mean. All injuries are different, and…
Medical marijuana continues to face much controversy and debate among the general public. Ongoing research has pointed to the benefits and risks of using medical marijuana to treat epileptic seizures. Below are the latest facts about the effectiveness of using…
You may think vertigo and dizziness are one and the same. These two conditions can often be difficult to tell apart, but there are key factors that distinguish them. Knowing the difference can help us to treat it. The Neurology Center…
Many people suffer from seizures, and they can be dangerous. If you are one of the 3.4 million people in the United States who has chronic seizures, you may be living with epilepsy. Nearly a half-million children also live with this condition,…
UNDERSTANDING SEIZURES IN CHILDREN Seizures in children can be triggered by a variety of causes such as infections or brain injuries, but in many instances, the cause may not be known. However, knowing the warning signs and symptoms of a…
HOMEOSTATIC NETWORKING: THE ROLE OF PHYTOCHEMISTRY, THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM AND POTENTIAL FUTURE THERAPEUTICS From an evolutionary perspective, what humans gain in intelligence is offset by the sacrifice lost in the unexpected change in our diet, where our gut biome now…
WHAT INCREASES THE CHANCE OF HAVING A SEIZURE? A seizure happens when there is a change in our brain’s levels of excitability that causes chemical imbalances. These imbalances cause neurons to begin firing abnormally. When this happens, it becomes unmanageable…