As the Province of British Columbia takes action to address the rising tide of concurrent mental-health and addiction challenges, it's crucial to question the assumptions behind this new approach. What if the notion that secure facilities and involuntary care are the answer to this complex problem i
The Miami Dolphins quarterback's decision to meet with neurologists this week has sparked concerns about his future in the sport. Tagovailoa, 26, is seeking expert opinions on the severity of a concussion he suffered on Thursday night and the cumulative effect of multiple concussions on his brain. T
Stephen Peat, a former NHL enforcer, died at the age of 44, just two weeks after being hit by a vehicle in Langley. This tragic event marks the end of a life plagued by severe health issues related to brain injury. But what really led to this downfall? Was it the countless hits he took on the ice, o
A new study suggests that COVID-19 lockdowns may have accelerated brain aging in teenagers, particularly girls. Researchers at the University of Washington found that the cerebral cortex, the brain's outer layer responsible for higher-level thinking, thinned more rapidly in teens during the pandemi
Demetrious Johnson, a UFC legend, claims that his brain function has improved over time despite the numerous headshots he's endured. According to Johnson, his IQ has increased and his speech articulation has sharpened. While this seems to defy conventional wisdom, which suggests that repeated concus
We've all seen those brightly colored boxes at the grocery store, promising a delicious and convenient start to our day. But what if those sugary breakfast cereals are actually doing more harm than good? As a director of nutritional health at a prestigious university, I've witnessed firsthand the i
Picture this: you're a young, sprightly 35-year-old. But when doctors take a peek inside your noggin using an MRI machine, they see the brain of a grumpy 40-year-old! What gives? According to a new study, diabetes might be the culprit causing your brain to age faster than the rest of you. The resea
A new review of 28 years of research says hold on! The World Health Organization looked at thousands of studies and found no link between mobile phone use and brain cancer. This news is a big relief, especially since we're glued to our phones more than ever. But hold on, there's more to the stor
Imagine stepping up to take the winning penalty kick in a soccer match. The crowd is deafening, and your team's fate hangs in the balance. Can simply picturing yourself sinking that goal actually improve your chances? That's what scientists are trying to figure out. They're exploring the fascinating
Christine Ferea, the BKFC flyweight champion, never expected a brain health study to change her fighting career. Initially, she joined a decade-long program at the Cleveland Clinic simply for the extra cash. But what she discovered through yearly brain scans, cognitive tests, and balance assessment
