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One in Two: The Hidden Burden of Neurological Disorders in America

One in Two: The Hidden Burden of Neurological Disorders in America

Update: 2025-11-26
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In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. John P. Ney, MD, MPH, FAAN, a neurologist and health policy researcher at Yale University. Dr. Ney is one of the authors of a new study that has revealed that one in two people in the United States is affected by a neurological disease or disorder. Drs. Correa and Ney discuss these findings, what they mean for you, and practical steps anyone can take to maximize their brain health.

 

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Guest: Dr. John P. Ney @yalemedicine

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One in Two: The Hidden Burden of Neurological Disorders in America

One in Two: The Hidden Burden of Neurological Disorders in America

American Academy of Neurology