Brain & Neurology
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Hope to boost brain tumour research
A project will boost brain tumour, researchers said today. Read more
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Cold sore virus linked to dementia
The virus that causes cold sores may be linked to risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to Swedish researchers. Read more
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Nose key to paralysis breakthrough
Smelling cells in the nose have provided the first ever cure for spinal paralysis, it was announced last night. Read more
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Hope for Parkinson’s drug
British researchers may have found a drug that could tackle the movement problems faced by people with Parkinson’s disease, it has been announced. Read more
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How healthy living cuts women’s stroke risk
Women who have a healthy diet and lifestyle can reduce their risk of stroke by more than half, Swedish researchers said last night. Read more
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Nobel award for brain map professor
A London professor is to share this year’s Nobel Prize for medicine with two Norwegians, it has been announced. Read more
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Scan boost for child brain cancer care
British researchers are hoping to revolutionise the care of children with brain cancer using a new scanning technique, it was announced today. Read more
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Lifestyle clue to headaches
Many people who complain of chronic headaches may be suffering the effects of unhealthy lifestyles, a conference has heard. Read more
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Global Alzheimer’s report released
More could be done to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to a major global study published today. Read more
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How grief brings infection risk for elderly
Bereavement affects a person’s immune system, and the impact varies with age, according to a new study. Read more