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Neurology in the news
This section highlights news and research articles relating to neurological conditions. These might include groundbreaking research in the diagnosis or treatment of a condition or a new government initiative or health policy which may have an impact of people with neurological conditions.
If you would like to suggest any news articles which you think may be of interest, please email the Helpline team.
See also the NHS site "Behind the Headlines" for neurology related news articles (link opens in new window)
If you would like to suggest any news articles which you think may be of interest, please email the Helpline team.
See also the NHS site "Behind the Headlines" for neurology related news articles (link opens in new window)
NHS faces neurology crisis, warns Neurological Alliance
17 January 2012
National campaigning group the Neurological Alliance will give evidence to MPs this week, following a report that neurological services are not as good as they ought to be.
Parkinson's research: participants wanted for largest ever UK study
11 January 2012
A major study is looking for participants with Parkinson's to help researchers understand the earliest signs of the disease.
Services for people with neurological conditions "not as good as they ought to be", according to new report
19 December 2011
Services for people with neurological conditions are not as good as they ought to be, according to a report published by National Audit Office last week.
Radiosurgery: becoming more widely available to patients in the UK
26 September 2011
A new radiosurgery unit has opened in Edinburgh recently - the 3rd of its kind to be installed in UK hospitals this year.
Subarachnoid haemorrhage and post traumatic stress disorder: new research
15 August 2011
A different approach could be taken to help the 1 in 3 subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) survivors who develop post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suggest scientists in a new research paper.
Neurology services for the next decade: new report makes recommendations for improvement
07 June 2011
Neurology services are currently poorly organised and badly integrated, leaving many patients unable to access the right specialist at the right time and often far from home, according to a new report by the Royal College of Physicians and the Association of British Neurologists.
Subarachnoid haemorrhage research: new study explores trigger factors
06 May 2011
A new scientific study explores some of the activities that triggered a ruptured brain aneurysm (subarachnoid haemorrhage) in 250 patients. These include drinking coffee, vigorous exercise and blowing your nose.
Stroke news: Researchers limit tissue damage in mice
21 April 2011
Scientists have used a jab to limit the effects of reduced blood flow in mice, it has been reported this week.
Managing patients with dizziness: forthcoming seminar for professionals
23 March 2011
This seminar will provide practical guidance and strategies for managing patients with dizziness.
Transverse Myelitis conference: book your place now
08 February 2011
Are you affected by Transverse Myelitis? A conference taking place in April 2011 will feature inspirational and knowledgeable speakers from the UK and USA, who will provide insight and understanding into how to cope with the illness better.
Brain Awareness Week: forthcoming events for March
18 January 2011
During Brain Awareness Week, 14-20 March 2011, there will be events going on all around the world to raise awareness of the brain. Here are some of the highlights from the UK.
Chronic back pain: Motion sensor technology provides ground breaking pain relief
07 July 2010
Ground-breaking motion sensor technology means that "neurostimulators" treating chronic back pain can sense a change in the patient's body position or activity level and automatically adjust how much pain relieving stimulation to deliver.
Trigeminal neuralgia is BBC Health Focus topic
25 February 2010
A woman with trigeminal neuralgia describes her experiences of the condition in a video interview on the BBC website.
Deep brain stimulation: patient and doctor describe their experiences
10 February 2010
In last Sunday's Observer Magazine, chef Fergus Henderson recounted his experience of having deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease. His neurosurgeon, Professor Narwan Hariz, also described the operation from his point of view.
Cavernoma and epilepsy: attend a lecture
05 February 2010
Two lectures by consultant neurosurgeons will be held in March by Cavernoma Alliance UK, during Brain Awareness Week (15-21 March).
