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Brain Care
Stroke: What You Need to Know
Posted May 22, 2023 by Dr. Madihah Hepburn, Medical Director, Neurocritical Care.
Strokes are very common, with one occurring every 40 seconds United States. A stroke is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention – the longer symptoms are left untreated, the more damage a stroke can cause. Since fast care is necessary, knowing the signs and symptoms is essential so you can help someone get the care they need right away.
BE FAST and dial 911: Recognize the SUDDEN symptoms of a stroke.
- Balance: Did the person suddenly lose balance?
- Eye: Has the…
First-Aid Dos and Don’ts When Helping Someone Having a Seizure
Posted April 10, 2023 by Marvin Rossi, M.D., Ph.D.
It may come as a surprise, but seizures are actually a common condition. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 out of 10 people may have a seizure during their lifetime. With stats like that, you may one day find that you need to help someone during or after a seizure.
Witnessing a person having a seizure can be a truly scary event, but following general first-aid guidelines can help you provide the right care to keep a person safe.
Seizures…
7 Common Stroke Mimics That Look Like You're Having a Stroke
Posted August 29, 2022 by Madihah Hepburn, M.D.
When you’re having a stroke, every minute counts. Fast treatment can lessen the brain damage that strokes can cause and improve survival rates, while lowering disability rates. In fact, many of the most effective treatments are only available if the stroke is diagnosed within three hours of symptoms.
A stroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to any region of the brain is reduced or blocked completely. Strokes are the No. 5 cause of death…
Get your top questions about epilepsy answered
Posted April 24, 2022 by By Marvin Rossi, MD, Ph.D
Epilepsy is more common than you might think. It’s estimated 3.4 million adults and children in this country are living with epilepsy, with about 150,000 new cases diagnosed each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that leads to disturbances in the brain’s electrical activity, causing repeated seizures. These seizures occur when the nerve cells fire more rapidly and with less control than…
Brain basics: What you should know about traumatic brain injuries
Posted March 14, 2022
From a car accident to a sports injury to an unfortunate fall to domestic violence or child abuse, all of these horrific scenarios can result in traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs. Head injuries can happen to anyone, at any age, and can damage the brain.
A TBI occurs when a sudden bump, blow or jolt to the head causes the brain to bounce or twist in the skull, injuring brain cells, breaking blood vessels, even creating chemical changes. It also can happen with a penetrating…
Are you experiencing increasing memory lapses When it's normal and when to be concerned
Posted December 19, 2021 by Jen Drost, D.O., MPH
Where is my phone? Did someone take my keys from their hook? We all forget things at one time or another. That’s why Find My iPhone and Bluetooth key finders exist on the market.
But if you find yourself worried about these or other similar instances of forgetfulness or memory loss, you’re not alone. Subtle changes in memory occur naturally as part of the aging process.
In fact, about 40 percent of people in this country age 65 and older deal with the mildest form &…
The Future of Epilepsy Care Begins Now [Podcast]
Posted November 03, 2021
Dr. Marvin Rossi leads a discussion on epilepsy, covering symptoms, treatment, as well as new practices in care.
What you need to know about Alzheimer's disease
Posted June 21, 2021 by Natalie Kayani, M.D.
Every 65 seconds someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. It’s the most common cause of dementia and accounts for 60 to 80 percent of cases. Sadly, it is the country’s sixth leading cause of death.
Although the risk of Alzheimer’s disease increases with age, it is not a normal part of aging. Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disease that involves the progressive deterioration, or…
Stroke Signs, Symptoms, and Recovery [Podcast]
Posted March 01, 2021 by Dr. Susana Bowling
Listen to this episode of the Healthy Vitals Podcast featuring Susana Bowling, MD, FAHA, FNCS.
Alzheimer’s Awareness: Symptoms, Stages, and Support [Podcast]
Posted October 06, 2020 by Amanda Harvan
Neurosurgeons: Who they are and what they treat
Posted August 17, 2020 by Samuel R Borsellino, MD
These brain and nerve disorders can include:
• Congenital problems such as hydrocephalus and scoliosis
• Trauma such as head injuries and vertebral fractures
• Tumors and cysts of the brain and spine…
Migraines vs. Headaches: What’s the Difference?
Posted August 10, 2020 by Susana M Bowling, MD
We’ve all been there at one time or another: Throbbing pain between the temples and pressure behind the eyes so great that we have to take a time out and lie down. It’s the all-too-familiar headache, right? Not so fast.
When there is pain and pressure in your head, it can be difficult to tell whether it’s a headache or a migraine.
When people think of a migraine, they typically think of the most severe headache. But headaches are only one symptom of a…
Neurodegenerative disease: What you need to know about Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases
Posted July 06, 2020 by Dmitri S Kolychev, MD
It’s estimated there are 5 million Americans aged 65 and older living with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. In addition, the Parkinson’s Foundation states there’s about 1 million people who suffer from the disease in this country, with more than 60,000 patients being newly diagnosed each year.
Neurodegenerative…
Alzheimer's disease: Top 5 myths debunked
Posted June 29, 2020 by Natalie A Kayani, MD
Alzheimer’s disease causes problems with memory, thinking and other cognitive behaviors. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks.
Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out…
Stroke Care: What is a thrombectomy?
Posted June 10, 2019 by Alexander P Venizelos, MD Neurology
According to the CDC, someone in the US has a stroke every 40 seconds. Those patients who receive emergency care greatly increase their rate of survival and shorten recovery time. A stroke occurs when blood supply is reduced or cut off from the brain, and that root cause is sometimes due to a blood clot.
When a patient comes in and is diagnosed with a stroke, medications can be administered intravenously to break up and restore blood flow back to the brain. However, this…
Outstanding Stroke Care at Summa Health
Posted May 08, 2018 by Susana M. Bowling, M.D., FAHA - Director, Summa Health Neuroscience Institute
In May, we celebrate Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death, and the leading cause of adult disability. A stroke occurs when part of the brain does not get blood flow. A blood clot can block a blood vessel or artery, or a blood vessel can break. When this occurs, brain cells die quickly. When the cells die, the body loses control of the abilities that area of the brain once controlled.