Brain & Memory

Daily exercise can reduce the risk of Alzheimer's.

How to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia

Make these lifestyle changes now to boost brain health.

Tips for caring for someone with dementia

Consider this wisdom as you navigate what your loved one needs, and what you do, too.

Woman laying on couch trying to treat a tension headache.

How to get rid of a tension headache — or prevent one from beginning

Headaches are frustratingly common. A Vanderbilt neurologist explains tension headaches, possible causes and promising treatment options.

Daughter taking care of mother with Parkinson's disease.

Making progress: Treating movement disorders with deep brain stimulation

Though not a cure, deep brain stimulation, or DBS, offers an innovative approach to managing Parkinson's.

Doctor speaking to patient on reducing afib stroke risks.

How to reduce AFib stroke risks

From anticoagulants to surgical options, here’s what you need to know to prevent AFib-related brain attacks.

Nurse checking patient's blood pressure to catch early warning signs of stroke.

Surviving a stroke: Why access to a comprehensive stroke center matters

Timing is everything when it comes to stroke survival. Here’s what’s unique about a comprehensive stroke center, from cerebrovascular surgery options to neurocritical care.

Baseline testing aids in treating concussions

Learn the importance of having baseline testing before concussions strike.

What you can do now to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s later

Alzheimer’s is not a part of growing old. There is no cure for the disease once you have it, but evidence shows that a healthy lifestyle will reduce your risk of getting Alzheimer’s later in life.

Understanding chronic fibromyalgia pain

Fibromyalgia is a cluster of symptoms. Here's what to know about this mysterious condition.