COGNICURRENT

A mother reveals her traumatic experience with the NHS, detailing how her son was diagnosed with severe brain damage after months of being dismissed by medical staff.

Boxing legend Ricky Hatton was found to be suffering from degenerative brain disease known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) at the time of his death, though the damage did not contribute to his passing.

A new study reveals that neurological damage in former rugby and boxing athletes is more persistent than previously believed, affecting the blood-brain barrier even decades after retirement.

A project in Munich integrates magic tricks into therapy to boost the confidence and independence of children with movement disorders.

A man with brain damage tragically died from exposure after the state could not find him adequate care for over a year.

Ian Huntley, the Soham murderer, suffered severe brain damage and died after a brutal attack in prison by another inmate.

Andy Dick discusses his overdose experience and resulting brain damage on a podcast episode.

Martin Stuart Hoyle died at age 43 from an infection, decades after suffering severe brain damage due to a surgical error as a baby in 1982.

Research from Tulane University examines the long-term effects of influenza and coronavirus on the body, revealing significant differences in their impact on the lungs and brain.

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.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has weakened pollution limits for coal power plants, allowing them to release more heavy metals, including mercury, which is linked to brain damage.

A new book provides insights into Syd Barrett's troubled genius and his significant yet tragic contribution to Pink Floyd.

A Norwegian scientist suffered irreversible brain damage after secretly testing a self-built microwave device to disprove the existence of Havana Syndrome.

A Norwegian scientist suffered brain damage after attempting to disprove the existence of the 'Havana Syndrome' by secretly testing a high-powered pulsed radio wave device on himself.

A study suggests that erythritol, a popular low-calorie sweetener, may harm the blood-brain barrier and elevate stroke risk.

A Finnish researcher highlights the increasing risk of cannabis-induced psychosis among young users, emphasizing the dangers of early initiation and potential long-term mental health issues.

Health officials in South Carolina are alerting the public about the risk of permanent neurological damage in children due to a rising number of measles cases and related hospitalizations in the state.

A person with total blindness caused by irreversible damage to the optic nerve has partially regained natural vision after participating in a clinical trial of electrical stimulation of the visual cortex conducted by researchers from Miguel Hernández University in Elche.

In the Judicial Independence Case, former Judiciary Council president Wilman Terán requests an independent neuropsychological evaluation and brain MRI, citing health rights violations despite a recent court ruling against his habeas corpus petition.

A study published in 'Cell' reveals that the immune response to the Epstein-Barr virus can damage the brain and contribute to multiple sclerosis.

A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine shows that, for the first time, the progression of Alzheimer's disease can be reversed, challenging the long-held belief that patients cannot recover from brain damage caused by the illness.

Canadian actress Evangeline Lilly has disclosed her brain damage diagnosis resulting from a serious injury, as shared in an emotional Instagram video.

Researchers have found that victims of domestic violence exhibit brain injuries that hinder their learning capabilities, akin to those seen in athletes.

Evangeline Lilly disclosed that she incurred brain damage from an accident, resulting in reduced functionality in nearly every area of her brain.

Evangeline Lilly has disclosed on her Instagram that she is experiencing brain damage as a result of a traumatic brain injury from a fall she had in May 2025.

Evangeline Lilly disclosed that she has sustained brain damage following a concussion from a fall where she hit her head on a boulder.

Evangeline Lilly reports that she has sustained brain damage following a head injury from a fall in May 2025, highlighting concerns about her cognitive health.

Evangeline Lilly has disclosed that she is experiencing brain damage as a result of a fall at a beach in Hawaii, expressing concerns about potential cognitive decline.

Evangeline Lilly has revealed a diagnosis of brain damage following a serious accident that left her hospitalized and with decreased brain function.