In the United States, stroke stands as a major health threat, particularly for women. Among those aged 55 to 75, 1 in 5 will face a stroke. This statistic highlights the urgent need for effective prevention strategies. One such tool is the Brain Care Score (BCS). This score is designed to encourage
When someone suffers a severe brain injury, decisions about their care often fall to family or friends. This is because predicting the outcome of such injuries is incredibly difficult. A recent study looked into how these decisions vary among different racial and ethnic groups. The study focused on
Epilepsy is a brain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. To better understand and treat it, researchers need to dive deep into the brain's electrical activity. This is where mesoscale insights come into play. Mesoscale refers to the scale between the tiny cells of the brain and the la
A mini-stroke might be the reason for your ongoing tiredness. These are often missed because they only last a short time. It is also known as a transient ischemic attack. It happens when blood flow to the brain is briefly blocked. This blockage can last up to a day. Many people experience this
Lifestyle changes are often touted as a way to keep the brain sharp. But do they really work for people who feel their memory is slipping? This is a big question in the world of brain health. Researchers decided to dig into this by looking at people who feel their memory is not as good as it used to
Drinks with no calories, like diet soda, might be causing you to feel hungrier. This is because they mess with the brain's signals for hunger and fullness. It's a tricky situation because these drinks are often chosen to cut calories. But, they might be doing the opposite by making you eat more. Thi
Apple has big plans for making technology more accessible. They recently shared some exciting updates coming to their devices later this year. One of the standout features is the new Accessibility Nutrition Labels. These labels will give users more detailed information about the apps and games avail
Brain research often depends on many labs working together to get the same results. But how often do these results match up? This question is especially important when it comes to measuring brain activity in mice during learning tasks. A group of 10 labs decided to find out. They used the same tools
Growing up in tough times can leave deep marks on how we connect with others. This is especially true when it comes to empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. It is a crucial skill in places with a history of conflict or unfairness. Recent findings show that different ki
Lecithin is a powerful substance that can help older adults in China and even mice with memory issues and muscle weakness. It is important to understand how muscle health and brain function are connected. This connection can help spot people at risk early and find better ways to prevent and treat
