Brain & Neurology
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Consciousness scans revealed
British researchers have unveiled novel images showing for the first time how the human brain loses consciousness. Read more
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Stomach bug clue to Parkinson’s
A stomach ulcer bug may have helped trigger Parkinson’s disease in many people, researchers revealed yesterday. Read more
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Women with painful periods have heightened sensitivity
Women who suffer from painful periods show increased sensitivity to pain throughout their menstrual cycles, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Fever virus link to MS
Glandular fever infection may contribute to the risk of developing multiple sclerosis in patients who do not get much sunlight, researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Measures that may prevent Alzheimer’s
People at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from aggressive treatment of diseases of the circulation, researchers said last night. Read more
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MS drug success
An experimental drug for multiple sclerosis has achieved dramatic results in global trials, a conference is set to hear this week. Read more
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Alzheimer’s "jigsaw" uncovered
British scientists have uncovered five new genes for Alzheimer’s disease – providing vital clues about the development of the illness, it was announced last night. Read more
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Brain-training may help tic condition
Behavioural therapy may help to reduce the symptoms of Tourette syndrome, a new brain imaging study claims. Read more
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GABA jab ado – Parkinson’s hope from gene
A gene therapy treatment for Parkinson’s disease really does make a difference, according to the findings of a major trial published last night. Read more
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Coffee cuts stroke risk in women, claim
Women who drink more than one cup of coffee a day have a lower risk of stroke than those who drink less, researchers have reported. Read more