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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Study reveals crucial difference between Covid-19 and flu in the brain and lungs

A study shows that Covid-19 causes long-term brain activity changes following infection, in contrast to influenza, indicating unique effects of SARS-CoV-2.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:04 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 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‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Death is a debatable state. A new scientific study on the afterlife

A recent scientific study on brain activity after death challenges existing notions about consciousness and near-death experiences.

Feb 20 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The physical activity that keeps the brain young longer

A new study highlights the significant role of exercise, particularly strength training, in maintaining brain health and cognitive function as people age.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Certain bitter foods may trigger a brain response similar to working out, study finds

A new study suggests that consuming certain bitter foods like dark chocolate and red wine may stimulate brain activity akin to the effects of physical exercise.

Feb 14 โ€ข 22:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Surprising Effect of Brain Experiment: People Became More Generous

A new study suggests that synchronizing activity in specific parts of the brain can enhance people's tendency to engage in altruistic behavior.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Neither sudokus nor crosswords: the physical activity that best prevents brain aging from the age of 50

Recent studies indicate that moderate physical activities like tai chi or walking are more effective than puzzles in preventing cognitive decline after the age of 50.

Feb 12 โ€ข 19:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What happens in the brain of an interpreter while playing music?

A concert featuring pianist Nicolas Namoradze at UCSF showcased a visual representation of brain activity during music performance, revealing the complex neurological responses associated with interpreting classical pieces.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Sensor Rally Reveals What Happens in a Theatergoer's Body โ€“ Researchers Monitor Heart Rate and Brain Activity

Research in Pori, Finland, investigates the bodily reactions of theatergoers to performances through monitoring physiological responses.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Coral Sanfeliu, aging specialist, reveals which physical activities benefit the brain

Coral Sanfeliu emphasizes the importance of physical activity for maintaining mental health and preventing cognitive decline as individuals age.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'I'm a critical care doctor and people always hear the same terrifying words before they die'

A critical care doctor highlights unsettling findings about near-death experiences where patients report hearing their time of death announced by medical staff, contradicting comforting narratives about dying.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Can wealth be seen in the brain? Research results presented

Researchers from South Korea investigated the relationship between neuronal activity in the brain and the education and wealth of middle-aged men, publishing their findings in the 'European Journal of Neuroscience'.

Feb 7 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Walking as a Prevention for Heart and Brain Health. Specialists Urge More Movement

Specialists highlight the importance of regular physical activity for heart and brain health, warning of a sedentary epidemic.

Feb 7 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Why Music is Like Food for the Brain

Listening to music is a pleasurable way to exercise the brain, stimulating diverse areas of the organ and potentially altering brain activity in real time according to various scientific studies.

Feb 5 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

This is how the brain works in people with chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID. Surprising differences

Recent studies reveal significant differences in brain activity between healthy individuals and those suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID during cognitive tasks.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

New AI Tools Make Disease Detection Accessible to Everyone

New AI technologies aim to revolutionize healthcare by providing self-screening tools and early disease detection that go beyond smartwatches and rings, including headphones that monitor brain activity and apps that analyze iris images for early signs of serious diseases.

Jan 13 โ€ข 14:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

Alzheimer's: The hidden brain signal that reveals

Researchers at Brown University have discovered a hidden pattern of brain activity that can indicate years before an official diagnosis which individuals with mild cognitive impairment will ultimately develop Alzheimer's disease.

Jan 13 โ€ข 03:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How do 'super seniors' challenge aging? 5 behaviors for a stronger brain and a longer life

The article discusses how certain 'super seniors' maintain good health into their 80s through specific behaviors, highlighting the importance of physical activity, social engagement, and education in combating aging.

Jan 8 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Your sleep and activity patterns may reveal hidden brain health risk, study suggests

A recent study indicates that timing of sleep patterns may be associated with increased risk of dementia due to disruptions in circadian rhythms.

Jan 6 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Davina McCall 'badly affected' as brain tumour meant she forgot doing one activity

Davina McCall discussed with Joe Wicks how her brain tumour significantly impacted her short-term memory, as she only realized she had done a certain activity when she felt pain.

Jan 3 โ€ข 11:34 UTC

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