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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Woman suffered from severe symptoms for a year โ€“ horrendous discovery made in her brain

An Australian woman finally received an explanation for her severe symptoms after a year, revealing a rare lung disease and persistent health issues.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Overcame a brain tumor, but then felt guilty for a serious accident involving her mother and fell into depression

Virginia Torrecilla, a former Spain national football player, discusses her battle with a brain tumor and the emotional turmoil following her mother's life-altering accident.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Brain Aneurysm: Doctor Responds When Surgery Is Not Necessary

Doctor Andrejus Afanasjevas discusses when it is appropriate to treat a brain aneurysm and when observation may be sufficient.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Innocent herb gathering ended in a nightmare: a creature had to be extracted from the patient's brain

A woman suffered from severe respiratory issues and organ lesions, ultimately revealing a living organism in her brain after extensive medical examinations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

A 45-minute nap enhances learning and resets the brain

A recent study reveals that a short afternoon nap of up to 45 minutes can improve learning abilities by restoring the plasticity of neural connections in the brain.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Man jailed over fatal gas mix-up at Sydney hospital

Christopher Turner has been sentenced to over two years in prison for his role in a gas mix-up at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital that resulted in the death of one newborn and left another with severe brain damage.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Salim Khan's health improves, in touch with Aamir through Salmanโ€™s sister

Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, father of actor Salman Khan, is showing improvement in health after being hospitalized for a minor brain surgery.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

One type of olive oil has a surprising effect on brainpower during aging

A new study reveals that extra virgin olive oil could enhance cognitive function and promote gut health in aging individuals.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Eating habits that harm the brain, experts reveal how to improve concentration

Experts warn that skipping meals, consuming ultra-processed foods, and neglecting hydration can increase the risk of cognitive decline.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How creating or contemplating art can benefit the brain, according to the Mayo Clinic

The article discusses the therapeutic benefits of art as a form of healing and well-being, highlighting insights from three artists and research from the Mayo Clinic.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Marian Rojas Estapรฉ, psychiatrist: "Painful memories integrate into a part of the brain where they no longer hurt"

Psychiatrist Marian Rojas Estapรฉ discusses techniques to manage anxiety related to traumatic experiences, highlighting the importance of how painful memories are processed in the brain.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Youth Declared Brain Dead Donates Organs, Giving New Life to 6 Patients, Family's Courageous Decision

A 19-year-old youth in Bengaluru, declared brain dead, has provided a life-saving gift to six patients through organ donation after his family's courageous decision.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Sanremo Celebrates Music. But Behind Every Note, It Is the Brain That Conducts the Orchestra

The Sanremo Festival evokes emotions and memories, but the true orchestration is conducted within the human brain, illustrating the complex relationship between music and brain activity.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The second pregnancy modifies the brain in a 'unique' way, according to a new study

A study from Amsterdam University Medical Center reveals that second pregnancies lead to unique changes in mothers' brains, enhancing their attention and task management abilities.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Study: Parts of a Drunken Person's Brain Encapsulate Themselves

A new study reveals that alcohol consumption leads to altered communication between regions of the brain, with each area processing information more independently.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Dad who put headaches down to snoring has aggressive brain cancer

Andrew Hayes, initially attributing his headaches to sleep apnoea, was diagnosed with aggressive glioblastoma brain cancer after a CT scan revealed a tumour.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

The Brain Behind EU Climate Policy: 'We Risk Becoming Vassal States'

Frans Timmermans warns that without a unified energy transition, Europe risks becoming subordinate to superpowers like the USA, Russia, and China.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Design Marvel: Revealing the Secret of the 'Zubaba' Brain Shrinkage in Winter

The article discusses the remarkable adaptation of the 'zubaba' animal, which drastically reduces its brain size by over 20% in winter to cope with the cold.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

'I'm a neurologist - here are two warning signs you must never ignore'

Neurologist Dr. Baibing Chen highlights two critical warning signs of brain aneurysms that should not be ignored.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New method to ease brain habits reduces stress and may help prevent depression

A research team from Toyama University has developed a new method to ease 'brain habits' that approach memory, showing potential effectiveness in reducing stress and preventing depressive disorders.

Feb 24 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The researcher has studied over 10,000 brain scans: One piece of advice is crucial for protecting memory

A Norwegian researcher highlights an important recommendation for preserving memory as brain mass declines with age.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

WHY YOUR BRAIN REFUSES TO SLEEP IN A STRANGE PLACE

Many people struggle to sleep in unfamiliar environments despite being physically exhausted, and the reasons lie in the interplay of biology and psychology.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Neuropsychologist endorses new social media trend โ€“ Excellent for the brain

A neuropsychologist supports a new social media trend that emphasizes embracing discomfort to foster personal growth and happiness.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

This Morning star's heartbreaking health update: 'I'm not sure I'll make it out of this'

Michelle Elman, a life coach and star of 'This Morning', shared a distressing health update after being hospitalized for emergency surgery related to her long-standing battle with hydrocephalus.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Artificial Intelligence Diagnoses Children's Brain Tumors with 92% Accuracy Without Surgery

A new AI algorithm, M-PACT, developed by international researchers, can diagnose and classify children's brain tumors with 92% accuracy using only spinal fluid samples.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Giriraj Singh say about Rahul Gandhi?

Union Minister Giriraj Singh expressed that individuals who insult India will be assessed through brain mapping to determine if they are traitors or in a state of madness.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Giriraj Singh's jibe at Rahul Gandhi regarding 'brain mapping'

Giriraj Singh mocks Rahul Gandhi by suggesting a need for 'brain mapping' for the Congress leader.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Between Vulnerability and Guilt: Why Many Men Feel Sad After Orgasm?

Recent studies indicate that 41% of men experience so-called "postcoital sadness," driven by a combination of brain chemistry and social conditioning, with the latter being treatable.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Reason Why Cranky Babies Need to be Regularly Patted Has Been Revealed

A recent study indicates that newborns possess the ability to recognize and predict rhythms, but show little response to melodies.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

'The Jeffersons' star Marla Gibbs reveals she beat brain aneurysm that 'most people do not survive'

Marla Gibbs, the star of 'The Jeffersons,' shares her remarkable journey of recovery from a brain aneurysm and stroke in her memoir.

Feb 23 โ€ข 23:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young man drinks and flips a pickup truck with three other passengers on MT-100

A young driver was arrested after flipping a pickup truck with three passengers in Brazil, leaving one passenger in serious condition due to suspected brain trauma.

Feb 23 โ€ข 22:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Goodbye to itching: researchers manage to discover the mechanism to stop scratching

Researchers have identified key mechanisms in the brain that signal when to stop scratching, potentially leading to better treatments for persistent itching.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious risk revealed - Can even lead to death

A new U.S. study indicates that traumatic brain injuries can significantly increase the risk of dementia and mortality in elderly patients.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Edwin van der Sar health update after brain haemorrhage and symptoms he suffered

Edwin van der Sar provides an update on his health following a brain haemorrhage he suffered in 2023 that drastically changed his life.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Andrea Bariselli, psychologist and neuroscientist: "We demand too much from the brain against our nature"

Andrea Bariselli discusses the detrimental effects of excessive information consumption and multitasking on human nature and brain capacity.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
Life & Tech

The Apps Play with Your Brain - That's Why You Lose

Tech giants manipulate our cognitive weaknesses to keep us hooked on social media, and there are growing calls for more regulation to address these addictive designs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The best indicator of cognitive decline: the speed at which you speak

A recent study suggests that the speed of speech is a critical indicator of brain health in older adults.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Shahrukh Khan visits Lilavati Hospital, inquires about Salim Khan's health

Shahrukh Khan visited Lilavati Hospital to check on Salim Khan's health, who has been hospitalized since February 17 due to a minor brain hemorrhage.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A common hobby surprised even researchers: It can prevent depression and memory problems

Research indicates that choir singing is linked to improved brain structure and function, helping to reduce symptoms of depression and enhance life quality among adults aged 20 to 90.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

When I conduct and sing at the same time, I almost have to split my brain, says soprano Hannigan

Soprano Barbara Hannigan discusses the challenges of simultaneously conducting and singing during performances.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A Direct Tip from a Neurologist โ€“ 'Please Don't Do That'

A neurologist advises on simple ways to enhance brain health during a webinar.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Why are human hands so dexterous? Not only the newly evolved areas of the brain are responsible

Recent research reveals that human hand dexterity is due to the coordination of ancient spinal cord circuits and new brain circuits.

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Professor Lee Young-seok's research team at Kookmin University reveals 'neuroendocrine circuit' that allows the brain to directly sense salt and control intake

A research team led by Professor Lee Young-seok at Kookmin University has identified a neuroendocrine circuit in the brain that dynamically regulates salt intake based on the bodyโ€™s salt levels.

Feb 23 โ€ข 01:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

LUNA SEA drummer Maya passes away at 56

Maya, the drummer of the rock band LUNA SEA, has passed away at the age of 56 after a battle with a brain tumor.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Urgent apixaban blood thinner warning after man who 'felt fine' dies from minor fall

A coroner has issued a warning about the dangers of the blood thinner apixaban after a man died from a brain haemorrhage caused by a minor fall.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Scientists made the speed of light visible - this may cause the brain to go haywire

Researchers have demonstrated the concept of light speed visibility, revealing unusual optical effects in high-speed scenarios.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Study reveals how menopause affects women's brain, cognition, and mental health

A study indicates that menopause reduces gray matter volume and may exacerbate anxiety and depression in women.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
Life & Tech

Your fingers hide a certain secret. New discovery by scientists

Recent research indicates that estrogen levels before birth can influence brain development, and this effect can be seen in the proportions of a person's fingers.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Why do our muscles "talk" to the brain and what are the results?

Recent studies reveal that physical exercise aids cognitive functions and brain health beyond visible bodily benefits.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Study shows how menopause affects the brain and mental health

A new study investigates the impact of menopause on women's brain function and mental health, highlighting cognitive challenges and the limited understanding of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) effects.

Feb 21 โ€ข 18:30 UTC

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