Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Neurology for May 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, as well as the FDA approvals and regulatory changes that are the most likely to affect clinical practice.
Multiple Sclerosis Tied to Higher Risk for CVD, Cerebrovascular Disease
THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease that is not completely accounted for by traditional vascular risk factors, according to a study published online May 4 in JAMA Neurology.
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Tooth Loss More Prevalent in Adults With Chronic Disease
THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Adults with severe chronic disease or with fair or poor general health have a higher prevalence of edentulism and severe tooth loss, according to research published in the May 29 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
9.5 Percent Uninsured in U.S. From January Through June 2019
WEDNESDAY, May 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A total of 9.5 percent of persons were uninsured from January through June 2019, according to a report published online May 28 by the National Center for Health Statistics.
Links Found Between Leaders of Medical Associations, Industry
THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — There are extensive financial relationships between leaders of U.S. professional medical associations and industry, according to a study published online May 27 in The BMJ.
Spirituality May Have Protective Effect on QOL for Stroke Survivors
THURSDAY, May 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — High spirituality among stroke survivors may moderate the association between care partner depressive symptomatology and quality of life (QOL) for survivors and their care partners, according to a study published online May 26 in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.
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Outcomes Similar After TAVR in Bicuspid, Tricuspid Anatomy
WEDNESDAY, May 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — All-cause mortality and stroke are comparable at 30 days and one year after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) among patients with bicuspid and tricuspid valve stenosis, according to a study published online May 27 in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions.
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Neurofilament Light Chain Levels Elevated After Repetitive TBI
WEDNESDAY, May 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Repetitive mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) are associated with elevated exosomal and plasma levels of neurofilament light (NfL) chain, according to a study published online May 27 in Neurology.
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1 in 4 Former NFL Players Had CTE at Death in 2016 to 2021 
Many With Atypical Alzheimer Disease Do Not Qualify for Anti-Amyloid Therapy 
Frequent TV Watching Linked to Smaller Brain Volume 
ADHD Poses Additional Concussion Challenges for Athletes 
Extreme Heat Linked to 33 Clinically Reportable Diagnoses 
Problematic Social Media Use Linked to Worsening of ADHD Symptoms 
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