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January 7, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

Can the Glass Test Indicate Meningitis?

Pressing a glass on a rash provides some clues, but it’s not foolproof

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December 2, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Are Video Games Good for You? Your Brain Thinks So

Imagination, completing tasks and social interactions are all key benefits for your brain

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November 13, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Do You Have Early Signs of Dementia?

If you’re frequently dealing with short-term memory loss, confusion or issues around spatial awareness, you may need to see a neurologist

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November 1, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: Are They the Same?

Alzheimer’s is just one common cause of cognitive decline categorized as ‘dementia’

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October 30, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Your Vision Can Predict Dementia — Here’s How

Changes to your vision may have an impact on the way your brain processes information

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October 29, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Understanding How Some Dementia Is Hereditary

Your risk for familial Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of hereditary dementia increases if an immediate family member has it

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The Mandela Effect: How False Memories Trick Your Brain Into Believing

Our collective misremembering of events comes from a surplus of false memories

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May 30, 2024/Primary Care

Why Are People Ticklish?

The tickling response may be more about protection than enjoyment

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April 19, 2024/Nutrition

Health Benefits of Lion’s Mane Mushrooms

These trendy fungi may promote a healthy brain, heart and gut, but more research is needed to say for sure

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April 5, 2024/Nutrition

Are You Eating Enough Choline-Rich Foods?

This vital nutrient helps your brain and body in many ways — and most of us need more of it

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