Fall Boosters

Short and sweet update from my favorite (local) epidemiologist

– Bivalent vaccine (hits two variants of Covid)
– Better and probably longer protection
– Broader protection
– May be the last “free” vaccine!

https://yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com/p/fall-boosters-an-update

A Neurologist’s Tips for Fighting Memory Loss

Stop Drinking, Keep Reading, Look After Your Hearing

You walk into a room, but can’t remember what you came in for. Or you bump into an old acquaintance at work, and forget their name. Most of us have had momentary memory lapses like this, but in middle age they can start to feel more ominous. Do they make us look unprofessional, or past it? Could this even be a sign of impending dementia? The good news for the increasingly forgetful, however, is that not only can memory be improved with practice, but that it looks increasingly as if some cases of Alzheimer’s may be preventable too.

Continue here: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/aug/17/stop-drinking-keep-reading-look-after-your-hearing-a-neurologists-tips-for-fighting-memory-loss-and-alzheimers

We’re Moving

We’re moving to new offices at 1095 S. Bradford St, just around the corner from our old office (which was purchased by Bayhealth.) We look forward to continuing to serve you in our new location, effective January 29th. The new office has been completely renovated and has free parking and a covered drop off.

We look forward to seeing you for your next appointment. Be sure to sign in to MyChart for appointment updates and changes and to request prescription refills and review test results.

Cefaly migraine device now available without a prescription

The Cefaly device is now available without a prescription and can be are use both for acute and as a preventative migraine treatment. It costs about $400 for the device and is not typically covered by insurance. We don’t have much experience with the device but it may be an option for those who have failed or cannot take medications.

More information at https://www.cefaly.com

More on Spinal Cord Repair

Read about James Mason who had a 4 hour surgical procedure with stem cell therapy which has showed gradual improvement in neurologic function. stepson

Experimental procedure aimed at repairing spinal cord shows promise

Dr. Penny’s Patient Shares Moving Letter

Thought we would share an incredibly touching letter to Dr. Penny from one of his patients. Thank you to our patient for allowing us to share his uplifting words. It seemed like everyone really enjoyed reading it on Facebook, so it seems fitting to post it here as well.

CNMRI recognizes Migraine and Headache Awareness Month in June

In preparation for Migraine Month in June, please take a look at this up-to-date report on this all too common and frequently debilitating condition.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2013/03/treating-migraine-headaches-with-triptans/index.htm

CNMRI ACCEPTS HIGHMARK MEDICAID HEALTH OPTIONS

We are happy to announce that we have come to an agreement with Highmark Medicaid Health Options and can start accepting Health Option patients immediately. Please call our office to schedule an appointment.