FDA Approves Apomorphine Infusion Device SPN-830 as New Parkinson Treatment
Published: February 4th 2025 | Updated: February 6th 2025SPN-830 is a wearable subcutaneous infusion device designed to deliver continuous treatment throughout the waking day, ensuring more consistent control of OFF time.
Finding Happiness as a Trailblazer
February 3rd 2025Deborah Benzil, MD, FAAS, vice chair of neurosurgery at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Spine Health, shared her extraordinary journey of resilience, from overcoming repeated rejections to becoming a trailblazer for women in neurosurgery, and reflects on the progress made and the challenges that remain.
The Female Leaders Who Shaped an Epilepsy Icon: Reflections From Jacqueline A. French, MD
February 3rd 2025Jacqueline A. French, MD, a professor of neurology at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, provided clinical perspectives on her experiences and career growth in neurology amid National Women Physicians Day.
Advancing Neurology Through Compassion and Innovation: Insights from Dr. Hubble
February 3rd 2025Jean Hubble, MD, a retired movement disorder specialist and consultant to the PMD Alliance, shares her reflections on National Women Physicians Day, the unique contributions of women in neurology, and the pathways to fostering future leaders in movement disorders care.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia Demonstrates Effectiveness in Improving Cancer-Related Fatigue
January 31st 2025Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, a multicomponent psychotherapy, consists of sleep restriction, stimulus control, cognitive restructuring, relaxation training, and sleep hygiene.
FDA Approves Vertex Pharmaceuticals' Suzetrigine for Acute Pain Management
Published: January 30th 2025 | Updated: February 21st 2025Suzetrigine, a selective inhibitor of the NaV1.8 sodium channel, offers an alternative opioid treatment option for patients to treat moderate to severe pain without risk of addiction.
Multiple System Atrophy Agent ATH434 Shows Promising Topline Efficacy in Phase 2 Trial
Published: January 30th 2025 | Updated: February 3rd 2025Recent results from a phase 2 trial of ATH434 revealed its potential in reducing brain iron accumulation and preserving motor function in early-stage multiple system atrophy.
FDA Approves Axsome Therapeutics’ AXS-07 for Migraine Treatment
Published: January 30th 2025 | Updated: February 4th 2025Findings from previous phase 3 trial showed that treatment with AXS-07 resulted in significant reductions in headache pain freedom, migraine symptoms, and rescue medication use.
What to Expect at MDA’s 2025 Clinical and Scientific Conference: Barry J. Byrne, MD, PhD
January 30th 2025The chief medical advisor at the Muscular Dystrophy Association shared key highlights of what attendees can expect at the 2025 MDA Clinical and Scientific Conference. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Updates in Therapeutic Development: Clinical Trial Readouts to Watch in the First Half of 2025
January 29th 2025Explore some of the most highly anticipated clinical trials with data readouts expected in the second half of 2025—key updates that researchers and clinicians in neurology won’t want to miss.
BLA Submitted for Muscle-Promoting Therapy Apitegromab as New Treatment for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
January 29th 2025The submission was based on promising data from a phase 3 and phase 2 study, where treatment with apitegromab led to significant improvements in motor function among patients with SMA on SMN-targeted treatments.
Insights From the Pediatric Epilepsy Research Consortium on Advancing Genetic Testing
January 29th 2025A duo of experts discussed the importance of addressing barriers such as provider comfort, access to genetic counselors, and insurance coverage to reduce diagnostic latency and standardize genetic testing for epilepsy. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Enhancing Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis and Early Treatment Strategies: David A. Hafler, MD, FANA
January 29th 2025The William S. and Lois Stiles Edgerly Professor of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine talked about refining multiple sclerosis in line with the updated diagnostic criteria. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
NeuroVoices: Daniel Harrison, MD, on Defining APP Competencies in Neurocritical Care Teams
January 29th 2025The neurointensivist and assistant professor of neurology at Boston Medical Center gave insight on a 2024 paper establishing entrustable professional activities for neurocritical care advanced practice providers.