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Know the Signs: When to Seek Emergency Neurological Care
Not all neurological symptoms are harmless. Some demand immediate medical attention. Call 911 or seek help if you notice: Sudden [...]
Travel Smart: Neurology Tips for Summer Vacations
Planning a getaway? Don’t let neurological concerns disrupt your summer. Tips for neurologic-friendly travel: Pack medications + extras Watch for [...]
Neuroplasticity in Action: Rebuild Your Brain This Summer
The brain never stops changing. Thanks to neuroplasticity, it can rewire pathways, recover from injury, and learn new skills at [...]
Top 5 Heat-Triggered Neurological Symptoms
Florida summers are no joke. But did you know that high heat can trigger or worsen neurological symptoms? Common heat-related [...]
Summer Screen Time: How Digital Overload Affects Your Brain
With summer vacations come long hours of scrolling, gaming, and binge-watching. But too much screen time may lead to: Sleep [...]
Astrocytes: The Unsung Heroes of Memory
When you think of brain cells, neurons probably come to mind. But did you know another type—astrocytes—may be just as [...]
- May is CurePSP Month of Awareness May 8, 2026May is widely recognized as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness for the rare neurodegenerative disease that affects movement, vision, and cognition. It is also an opportunity to recognize the individuals living with PSP, as well as the families and caregivers who support them. Learn more about our PSP Center of Excellence.…
- New Study Reveals Environmental Factors May Speed ALS Progression May 6, 2026At the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases, research fellow A. Enrique Martinez-Nunez, M.D., Movement Disorders neurologist and ALS research fellow, is working to answer one of the most urgent questions in neurodegenerative disease: why does ALS progress differently from one patient to another? As the institute’s ALS research fellow, made possible through a philanthropic gift…
- Huntington’s Awareness Month May 4, 2026May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness for the rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder that impacts thousands of families. Throughout the month, organizations like the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) promote advocacy, education, and fundraising for research, often featuring campaigns and going blue. At the Fixel Institute, we are dedicated to providing…
- ALS Awareness Month May 1, 2026ALS Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and the challenges faced by those living with the disease. At the Fixel Institute, we continue to advance comprehensive care and research for individuals with ALS. We are also proud to share that we have been recently designated an ALS Center of…
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