Yoga in a bottle? Scientists have identified the specific part of the brain that controls conscious slow breathing and meditation techniques — and said the breakthrough could create a whole new class of anti-anxiety drugs they’re dubbing the “yoga pill.” The pill could make a person suffering from a panic attack or anxiety automatically slow … Read more
Soccer heading may cause more brain damage than previously thought, according to a new study. Researchers from the Radiological Society of North America looked into the links between one of soccer’s commonplace practices — headbutting the ball — and neurodegenerative diseases such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Soccer headers may cause more brain damage than … Read more
A young woman has been diagnosed with an incurable brain tumor after doctors dismissed her symptoms — as panic attacks. Jessie-Mae Lambert, 27, went to her general practitioner after she began experiencing strange sensations and visual disturbances which her doctor put down to anxiety. It was only after her mom recognized the ‘episodes’ were seizures … Read more
A leaf of faith? If you’re looking to boost brain health, a common supplement that’s sold on Amazon and at stores like Walgreens, Walmart, and GNC could help fight symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Ginkgo biloba extract — known as the “brain herb” — stems from dried leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree, which is … Read more
British TV host Davina McCall has revealed a health battle. McCall, 57, has a career spanning decades. She’s best known for hosting several shows, such as the UK version of “Big Brother” and “The Biggest Loser.” She also reportedly used to date rock star Eric Clapton. On Friday, she posted a video on her Instagram account, … Read more
Amy Grant is reflecting on her health after undergoing open-heart surgery and suffering a brain injury following a bike crash, with both incidences happening in the past four years. The “Baby, Baby” singer, 63, said her recent health scares have “changed the way I look at life.” Grant has joined a campaign for the American Heart Association following … Read more
Leanna Scaglione — a former ballerina who completed a half-marathon in March, just two months after getting brain surgery — is now preparing to run in the NYC Marathon Sunday. “This is my redemption lap,” the 32-year-old Upper East Sider told The Post. Scaglione will tackle the 26.2-mile course less than a year after having a tumor … Read more
A former England soccer player was diagnosed with brain cancer after fainting when she saw a spider — and was left speaking French after surgery. Amy Carr, 33, collapsed in her bedroom after seeing a spider before waking up surrounded by paramedics. Doctors mistakenly told the former player the episode was wholly instigated by a … Read more
Michael Strahan gained some perspective about his future after his daughter, Isabella, was diagnosed with a medulloblastoma, a type of malignant tumor in her cerebellum, and underwent brain surgery. The legendary Giants star and “Good Morning America” anchor, 52, explained his retirement from television might come “a lot sooner” following Isabella’s cancer treatments over the … Read more
What a nightmare! Sleeping poorly in your 40s may age your brain faster — and you might feel the effects into your late 50s, a new study finds. “Our findings highlight the importance of addressing sleep problems earlier in life to preserve brain health, including maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, exercising, avoiding caffeine and alcohol … Read more
A woman was diagnosed with a brain tumor after suffering from a week-long migraine and “pins and needles” in her face. Kimberley Baggley, 27, started suffering from a migraine in June 2023 and was sent home from work. She then started to experience “pins and needles” in the left side of her face so went … Read more
So long, suckers, gummy bears and candy corn — a renowned psychiatrist says the one thing you should definitely do if you’re depressed is trash the junk food. “Your gut health is critical to brain health,” Dr. Daniel Amen, a brain-imaging researcher in California, said in a TikTok last week. “If you have, for example, … Read more
Got a lot on your mind to work out? Maybe last week’s workout is to blame. A new study reports that our brains do not respond to daily life in immediate, isolated bursts — instead, the effects of sleep, exercise, heart rate and mood can linger on our minds for over two weeks. Researchers from … Read more
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Johnny Van Zant is grateful for fans’ prayers and support after his youngest daughter, Taylor, was hospitalized last week. On Sunday, Van Zant shared an update video about her condition, thanking everyone for their prayers and support. He explained that Taylor was diagnosed with a cavernomas, or cerebral cavernous malformation, which are “groups of … Read more
Surgeons are celebrating after successfully separating conjoined twins fused at the head. The twin girls, named Minal and Mirha, were born in Pakistan last year, sharing vital blood vessels and brain tissue that made a separation operation extremely high risk. Despite possible complications, the marathon 14-hour procedure was pulled off by UK neurosurgeon Professor Noor … Read more
Forget crowd sizes — a new study confirms that conservatives boast slightly larger amygdalas, the part of the brain that plays a key role in identifying and reacting to potential threats, compared to liberals. “A slightly larger amygdala simply highlights a brain’s increased sensitivity to issues related to [the] need for security, reduction of uncertainty and … Read more
A man afflicted with ALS has become the first person in the world to control an Amazon Alexa digital assistant through his thoughts — thanks to a brain implant created by a New York-based neurotech startup. Synchron — a company specializing in medical technology solutions — has implanted its brain-computer interface (BCI) in a blood … Read more
Michael Kahana, a University of Pennsylvania psychologist, has been studying memory for over 30 years: how it works, and what’s going on when it doesn’t. He’s not just fascinated with memory loss caused by traumatic brain injury — which affects more than 5 million people in this country — or the nearly 7 million Americans … Read more
Scientists are warning of a new virus discovered in China that spreads to humans through tick bites, with the potential to cause problems in the brain. Wetland virus (WELV) was initially detected in a 61-year-old man who reported being bit by ticks at a park in a large wetland in northern China. The unidentified patient … Read more
Iain Ward was told he’d be dead in a year — so why does he feel so alive? The 35-year-old fitness trainer, who’d worked a lifetime to keep trim and healthy, saw his world come crashing down after a shock diagnosis of terminal brain cancer in 2019. But instead of giving up, the grim news inspired … Read more