Neurology

A nurse administers a vaccine to a patient

Nursing Faculty and Students Administer Nearly 1,600 COVID-19 Vaccines at Over 90 Community Initiatives

The School of Nursing partnered with community organizations, such as Charter Oak Health Center in Hartford and Norwalk Community Health Center, over the spring and summer

UConn Health Minute: Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

Normal pressure hydrocephalus is a brain disorder whose symptoms often mimic Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease. As neurologist Neha Prakash explains, UConn Health’s multidisciplinary team has the expertise to accurately diagnose this complex condition.

Concept with text Parkinsons Disease appearing behind torn brown paper with human brain drawing.

Researchers Show How Protein Clogs in Cellular Entrances Cause Parkinson’s Disease

'Traffic jams' that can lead to certain brain cell death

UConn Health Minute: Diagnosing Dysautonomia

Your autonomic nervous system controls your heart rate, blood pressure, digestion so when there is a problem – called dysautonomia – it can wreak havoc in your life. As neurologist Matthew Imperioli explains, UConn Health is unique because it has an autonomic reflex lab that tests specifically for dysautonomia. The painless, non-invasive tests help lead […]

Botox Injections for Chronic Headaches

Read this Q & A article to learn more from UConn Health experts Dr. Bernardo Rodrigues, Director of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center; and Elaine Cournean, APRN, Director of the Supportive Care and Planning Clinic who is a Botox specialist.

Long-COVID Recovery Center at UConn Health helping those with Post-COVID Issues

Most people who have had COVID-19 recover completely within a few weeks, however, some people, even those with mild versions of the disease continue to experience symptoms long after their initial recovery.

UConn Health Minute: Planning for Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease can negatively affect how patients function in their day-to-day activities. Dr. Bernardo Rodrigues, director of the Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center, talks about UConn Health’s Supportive Care and Planning program that helps guide patients toward a better quality of life.

2021 Top Doctors Named by Connecticut Magazine

See which 43 UConn Health physicians have been named 2021 Top Doctors by Connecticut Magazine. Plus, read more about four UConn Health doctors and their additional unique talents beyond their daily practice of medicine.

Patient Grateful for Full Recovery from Stroke at UConn Stroke Center

Know the warning signs and symptoms of stroke so that you can act fast if you or someone you know might be having a stroke. The chances of survival are greater when emergency treatment begins quickly.

Rapid, Comprehensive Stroke Care at UConn Health

Every minute counts when you suffer a stroke. At UConn Health, our team is trained in the latest procedures and technology, ensuring you receive a rapid response and coordinated care for your stroke recovery.