Neurological Disorders
Corticobasal Degeneration: Symptoms, Causes & Care
Corticobasal degeneration — sometimes called CBD — causes the brain to lose nerve cells in several key areas.
Medical Author
Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD
Neurologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. James Okafor holds an MD and PhD in Neurological Sciences from McGill University. With 12 years of experience in clinical neurology and mental health research, he has contributed to landmark studies on depression, anxiety, and cognitive health. Dr. Okafor is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and serves on the editorial board of two peer-reviewed journals.
Articles by Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD
Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms, Signs & What to Expect
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Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease: Early Signs Every Canadian Should Know
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Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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Neurological Disorders
Ataxia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
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Neurological Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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Neurological Disorders
Neurodegenerative Diseases: Causes, Types & Symptoms
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Neurological Disorders
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Early Signs and Treatment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) causes changes in thinking that are noticeable — to you and to the people around you.
Neurological Disorders
Neurological Disorders: Types, Symptoms & Treatment
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