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July 29, 2024

What is Sleep Apnea?

by PNI Experts

Do you suffer with sleep apnea? If you do and you are unable to tolerate the CPAP machine, an implantable second-line therapy device is available at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®.  PNI offers Inspire, a medical implant for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with ENT surgeon, Omid B. Mehdizadeh, MD.  Read on to learn more about sleep apnea.

Travel boosts the brain!
July 25, 2024

Travel Boosts the Brain! | Dr. Miller’s Memory Minute

by Zara Jethani

Now that summer is here, many of us dream about travel. Along with the joy of vacation, learn how travel is beneficial for both our physical and mental health, including our cognitive functioning. Brain Wellness & Lifestyle Senior Director, Karen Miller, PhD, explains.

Attention and cognition
July 23, 2024

Attention as a Building Block in Cognition

by PNI Experts

Do you have problems with paying attention? This might be affecting your memory. Learn more about the intricate connection between attention, cognition and memory with Dr. Jesus Barreto Abrams, an expert neuropsychologist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®.

July 17, 2024

Dual Tasking to Keep Your Brain (and Body) Fit as You Age | Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC

by Anthony Effinger

Ryan Glatt, a certified personal trainer and health coach, underscores the importance of dual tasking for enhancing brain and body health as we age. Activities like dance and interactive video games, which challenge both mental and physical faculties, can mitigate dementia and improve balance. Gain expert insights and motivation from Ryan by tuning in to this episode.

July 17, 2024

Glioblastoma Awareness Day: Confronting the Challenges of a Devastating Brain Tumor

by Zara Jethani

The third Wednesday of each July is Glioblastoma Awareness Day. Glioblastoma (GBM) is a complex and invasive form of brain cancer, presenting difficulties in its treatment. Learn more about GMB, clinical trials and the Cancer Moonshot.

Impact of hormones on neurological health and memory
July 12, 2024

The Impact of Hormone Imbalances on Neurological Health and Memory

by Zara Jethani

An imbalance in hormone levels can contribute to several neurological conditions, with memory loss being a prominent associated symptom. Learn more.

Vital 6 for brain health
July 5, 2024

Vital 6: Core Pillars for Brain Health

by PNI Experts

Optimize brain health with 6 cognitive wellness core pillars: sleep, stress management, nutrition, exercise, socialization, & cognitive training.

July 1, 2024

Brain Health Tips for 4th of July 

by PNI Experts

Learn how to protect your brain health when watching fireworks, enjoy foods cooked on the grill, and avoid undue stress if you have a neurodegenerative disease.

Last updated: September 11th, 2024