Brain & Neurology
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Fruit and veg that protect against devastating disease
Red, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables may help prevent the development of motor neurone disease, researchers reveal today. Read more
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Hormone may explain mind body links
British researchers say a stress hormone may play a key role in protecting the brain from Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Cocaine brain revealed
Some people have brains that allow them to avoid becoming addicted to drugs as powerful as cocaine, British researchers have revealed. Read more
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Migraine-epilepsy gene link
People who suffer from epilepsy have an increased risk of developing migraine with aura because of a genetic link, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Couch potatoes lack exercise drug
A key protein in the brain may be the reason why some people cannot be bothered to take up physical exercise, French researchers believe. Read more
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New hope for Alzheimer’s
Scientists have offered hope of a radical new drug treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Cannabis treatment "not proven"
Studies have failed to prove that a cannabis extract can make a significant difference to patients with multiple sclerosis, experts say today. Read more
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Loneliness link to dementia
People who feel lonely seem to face an increased risk of developing dementia in later life, researchers reported today. Read more
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Tobacco link to child meningitis
Exposure to tobacco may be responsible for hundreds of cases of severe meningitis affecting children in the UK every year, researchers report today. Read more
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Artificial hand thought control plan
Swedish researchers say they are taking hopes for fully functioning artificial limbs to the next level. Read more