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The Emory Brain Health Center is transforming patient-centered care by bringing together experts in neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry and behavioral sciences, rehabilitation medicine and sleep medicine.
@ehcveteransprogram.bsky.social director Dr. Barbara Rothbaum was recently interviewed on Atlanta's 11 Alive to highlight Emory’s decade-long commitment to providing free mental health care for post-9/11 veterans. www.11alive.com/video/news/1...
11Alive News: The Take | Veterans Awareness Month (11/10/25)
Dr. Barbara Rothbaum highlights Emory’s decade-long commitment to providing free mental health care for post-9/11 veterans.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Emory associate professor of neurology Dr. Monica Parker spoke with the @washingtonpost.com about simple lifestyle changes we can make to reduce our risk of cognitive decline. www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/try...
Simple lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of dementia - The Washington Post
About half of dementia cases are potentially preventable – even if it runs in your family. In this episode, host Cristina Quinn talks with Laura Baker of the U.S. POINTER study and Monica Parker about...
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November 5, 2025 at 6:41 PM
A new study published in GeroScience provides evidence of an association between PTSD, depression, heart health and reduced cognition among a nationally representative sample of middle-aged urban adults. sph.emory.edu/news/study-f...
Study Finds Relationship Between PTSD, Depression, and Cardiac Health Factors to Reduced Cognitive Function
A newly published study of middle-aged urban adults showed an association between PTSD, the symptoms of depression, arterial wall thickness, and reduced cognitive function.
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November 3, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Every day, millions of people breathe in invisible particles from car exhaust and traffic pollution. New research from Emory University reveals it may significantly increase our risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. www.earth.com/video/air-po...
Air pollution may double Alzheimer's risk
Learn how pollution from traffic may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's. Discover the latest research findings now.
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October 30, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Emory professor neurosurgery Dr. Jonathan Grossberg was recently interviewed by Good Day Atlanta to discuss brain aneurysms and their causes. www.fox5atlanta.com/video/1730670
Understanding brain aneurysms with an Emory doctor
Dr. Jonathan Grossberg from the Emory School of Medicine educates us on brain aneurysms and their causes.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Researchers are looking at ways to recognize dementia early by paying attention to behavioral changes said Emory assistant professor of psychiatry Dr. Cristina Pritchett, who recently participated in the 29th annual Brain Health Forum at the Carter Center. www.gpb.org/news/2025/10...
Mental health symptoms vary by disease of dementia. Here's how to differentiate from Alzheimer's
Researchers are looking at ways to recognize dementia early by paying attention to behavioral changes.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:49 PM
“Accuracy is critically important because you are operating on the part of the brain that is responsible for visual function. If you are off by even a millimeter, you increase the risk of permanent vision loss," says Emory neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Cawley. www.emoryhealthcare.org/stories/hear...
Rare Infection Leads to Dan's Brain and Heart Surgery at Age 33
At age 33 and just six months married, Dan underwent brain and heart surgeries after a rare heart infection. With Emory Healthcare's expert care, he and wife Marcella found strength, healing and a new...
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October 21, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Breaking up with your therapist can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.
“If you just had one or two sessions with your therapist, a simple phone call or email notification letting them know you’re moving on is fine,” says Dr. Nadine Kaslow. www.today.com/health/mind-...
Break Up With Your Therapist If They Keep Doing This 1 Thing, Experts Say
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, therapists walk you through ending the most intimate relationships you might be in.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Emory Oaks is a comprehensive support program for autistic students enrolled at Emory University, helping to pave the way toward their academic and career success. gvs.georgia.gov/news/2025-10...
Emory Oaks: A GVRA Provider Empowering Autistic Students at Emory University
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22.7% of individuals with a disability (including autistic adults) over the age of 16 are employed, highlighting a significant opportunity for growth ...
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October 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“We’ve been looking at the brain forever now, and every once in a while, a surprise comes along,” says Lary Walker, a neuroscientist and professor emeritus of neurology at Emory.
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Neurons can communicate via hidden network of nanotubes, study finds
Tubes in mouse and human brains may also influence spread of brain disease
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October 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The holiday season normally is a time of joy and togetherness. But for some people, it may become filled with worry if a loved one shows signs of a neurologic condition such as dementia. www.brainandlife.org/articles/rec...
Learn to Recognize Early Signs of Neurologic Conditions in Loved Ones During the Holidays
Identify subtle changes in memory, balance, or behavior that could be early symptoms of conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, and get tips on how to address your concerns.
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October 8, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Associate professor of psychiatry Dr. Vas Michopoulos is a multiple principal investigator is part of the Emory Specialized Center of Research Excellence (SCORE) that received a five-year, $7.4 million renewal from the National Institute on Aging. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Emory SCORE awarded $7.4 million NIH renewal | Emory University | Atlanta GA
The Emory Specialized Center of Research Excellence on Sex Differences has received a five-year, $7.4 million renewal to continue advancing women’s health.
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September 29, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Emory Neurosurgery participated in a major international study, published 9/16 in The New England Journal of Medicine, showing brain shunt surgery significantly improves walking and balance in older adults with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Emory part of NEJM-published study showing brain shunt surgery improves walking and balance in older adults | Emory University | Atlanta GA
Emory researchers participated in an international NIH study showing brain shunt surgery significantly improves walking, balance and fall risk in older adults with iNPH — a common, treatable cause of ...
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September 25, 2025 at 5:36 PM
A new study led by the Emory ALS Center sheds light on why a once-promising experimental medication for ALS failed to help patients, despite successfully reaching its intended target in the central nervous system—the brain and spinal cord. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Why a promising ALS drug failed: Emory study offers answers | Emory University | Atlanta GA
A new Emory University study, led by the Emory ALS Center and the Center for Neurodegenerative Disease at Emory’s Goizueta Brain Health Institute, sheds light on why a once-promising experimental medi...
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September 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Lynn Marie Trotti has been appointed director of the Emory Sleep Center, effective Sept. 1. A nationally recognized clinician, researcher and leader in sleep medicine, Trotti succeeds Nancy Collop, who is retiring Sept. 8 after 15 years of service and leadership. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Lynn Marie Trotti named director of Emory Sleep Center | Emory University | Atlanta GA
Lynn Marie Trotti, MD, MSc, has been appointed director of the Emory Sleep Center, effective Sept. 1.
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September 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Emory University has joined a new national clinical trial exploring the use of deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression, expanding its efforts to improve outcomes for patients who have not responded to conventional therapies. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Emory joins national study investigating deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression | Emory University | Atlanta GA
Emory University has joined a new national clinical trial exploring the use of deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression, expanding its efforts to improve outcomes for patients who hav...
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August 28, 2025 at 8:35 PM
In honor of National Dog Day, we take a look back at an episode of Your Fantastic Mind highlighting the work of Dr. Greg Berns and team who were the first in the world to train and scan the brains of awake dogs in a MRI scanner to learn more about how they think and feel. youtu.be/o9Qf_SuRNIY?...
What Our Dogs are Thinking
YouTube video by Your Fantastic Mind
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August 26, 2025 at 9:45 PM
From depression to dementia, we are now realising the profound impacts of long-term inflammation on the brain. A better understanding of the underlying mechanisms is unlocking new treatments to protect our cognitive function and mental health. www.newscientist.com/article/2491...
Chronic inflammation messes with your mind. Here's how to calm it
From depression to dementia, we are now realising the profound impacts of long-term inflammation on the brain. A better understanding of the underlying mechanisms is unlocking new treatments to protec...
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August 25, 2025 at 5:21 PM
A new study finds a strong relationship between exposure to air pollution and the risk of developing dementia, while air quality regulations are being weakened in the U.S. www.npr.org/2025/07/31/n...
Living around polluted air increases the risk of developing dementia, study says
A new study finds a strong relationship between exposure to air pollution and the risk of developing dementia, while air quality regulations are being weakened in the U.S.
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August 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
For researchers like Emory neurologist Dr. Chad Hales, the potential relationship between Benfotiamine and improvements in brain functioning have been promising. www.atlantajewishtimes.com/vitamin-b1-m...
Vitamin B1 May Help Alzheimer’s Patients - Atlanta Jewish Times
A five-year, $45 million research grant from the National Institutes of Health will fund investigating whether the vitamin has potential for Alzheimer’s patients.
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August 19, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Congrats to Dr. Daniel Barrow, the Pamela R. Rollins Professor and Chair of Emory Neurosurgery, for the 2025 Distinguished Service Award by The Society of Neurological Surgeons. The honor recognizes his leadership, scholarship and contributions to the field. news.emory.edu/stories/2025...
Daniel Barrow honored with national neurosurgery award | Emory University | Atlanta GA
Daniel L. Barrow, MD, the Pamela R. Rollins Professor and Chair of Emory University’s Department of Neurosurgery, has been awarded the 2025 Distinguished Service Award by The Society of Neurological S...
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August 13, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Every minute counts. Time is critical when it comes to preventing strokes from becoming severely debilitating. www.ajc.com/wellness/202...
Time is critical when treating a stroke, Atlanta doctors say
Time is critical when it comes to preventing strokes from becoming severely debilitating. Two Atlanta doctors share common signs, and treatment options if you move fast.
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August 12, 2025 at 5:47 PM
“The long-held belief that any amount of alcohol benefits cardiovascular health is increasingly being challenged by scientific evidence. Current data suggests that even moderate drinking may elevate the risk of heart problems.” -Dr. Justine Welsh. www.everydayhealth.com/cardiovascul...
Heart Disease and Alcohol: Is Drinking Safe?
Alcohol consumption may be detrimental for those with or at risk for heart disease. Learn how alcohol affects heart health, plus practical tips for cutting back.
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August 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Emory Healthcare’s stroke prevention clinic reports an increase in younger patients, ages 18-44, seeking care, including a 7% increase from 2023 and 2024.
“I find that in younger population, it’s a scary wake-up call,” says Emory stroke quality director Dr. Fadi Nahab. www.ajc.com/wellness/202...
Why more young adults are having strokes - and how to lower your risk
Recent studies by the American Heart Association show more young people are having strokes. Here are some risk factors to look out for.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM