1 / 8 | What is the human brain primarily made of? This comprises about 60% of the brain, with the remaining 40% being protein, carbohydrates, salt and water.

BACKGROUND: The disruption of the blood–brain barrier (BBB) is a central pathogenic event in many central nervous system disorders. However, the mechanisms regulating BBB function remain incompletely ...

This is a series about the mysteries of internet speak. A fictional offspring of a locust and a hen. Discoveries at sea. A door with an electronic key fob. When something is low-key, but also genuine.

Don’t sleep on naps. Getting some quick shut-eye has been associated with several health benefits, such as boosting creativity, improving parenting and increasing joy, a term nicknamed “nappiness“.

An Ashland, Massachusetts family is warning others to take the flu seriously, after their 4-year-old daughter almost died. Back in December, Caitlin Lyons' 4-year-old daughter Althea woke her up in ...

A sharper, more resilient mind starts here. Monday Test Your Knowledge Tuesday MIND Your Diet Wednesday Try a New Workout Thursday Play a Game Welcome to the Brain Health Challenge! I’m Dana Smith, a ...

O. Rose Broderick reports on the health policies and technologies that govern people with disabilities’ lives. Before coming to STAT, she worked at WNYC’s Radiolab and Scientific American, and her ...

New research finds that certain lifestyle behaviors may help your brain age more slowly and help you find your true age. These habits are good for your physical health, too. Doctors say you can pick ...

Jason Collins is in the fight of his life. The former NBA player delivered some shocking news on Thursday that he was dealing with advanced brain cancer. Over a decade ago, the McDonald’s All-American ...

Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, announced Thursday he has Stage 4 glioblastoma, an aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. He expounded on the diagnosis and shared how he's ...

It's not 'Doomsday' or 'Shang Chi 2,' but Liu will soon kick ass on a a Peacock sci-fi show with Melissa Barrera. Reading time 2 minutes Have you been dying to see more Simu Liu? Well, if so, he’ll ...