AFL accused of failing to protect players from concussion in submission to parliament Player agent Peter Jess lists 32 AFL players that have retired with some form of brain trauma injury since 2009 The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2023
‘Dana White and TBS should be ashamed’ of Power Slap, says neuroscientist Chris Nowinski A leading concussion expert asks of Dana White's slap fighting league: "What's next, 'Who can survive a stabbing'?" USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 19, 2023
Optical Illusion: Only a sharp-eyed person can find the hidden crab in this photo If you succeed in this optical illusion test, the quality of your observation skills will become readily evident. A lot of people enjoy optical puzzles and picture puzzles online since they are entertaining and can teach you a lot about someone's intelligence. Online, you may find a variety of fascinating… The Times of India · Jan 19, 2023
Shakira’s 8 most cutting lyrics about Pique and Clara Chia in record-breaking ‘diss track’ ‘Lots of time at the gym, but your brain needs a little work too’ The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2023
‘Our little girl’s clumsiness turned out to be a brain tumour’ Lacey-Mae Spong, then four, started complaining of intense headaches and was frequently bumping into things The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2023
'Doctors misdiagnosed my son's cancer as long covid, now his dreams are on hold' Mum Jess Huckerby, 36, from Wolverhampton, became worried when her nine-year-old son Aston started showing signs of long covid - then he was suddenly diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour Daily Mirror · Jan 19, 2023
Emerging from a coma: response to language can help assess states of consciousness A man – for the sake of this exercise, let’s call him “Paul” - has a heart attack and his brain is starved of oxygen. After several resuscitations and a week in a coma, he finally opens his eyes. However, he doesn’t always appear to be present. Doctors say he… The Conversation · Jan 19, 2023
This is how exercise can boost your brain power A new study highlights the link between fitness and mental performance The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2023
300 nuclear missiles are headed your way. You must respond. What now? Inside Moran Cerf’s quest to modernise the decision-making process that could end life on earth Financial Times · Jan 19, 2023
Rugby players send brain injuries claim letter to WRU and RFU The group varies from retired female internationals to the family of a male rugby player who died due to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) Wales Online · Jan 19, 2023
Love Island bosses warned over dates due to 'dangerous' seals attacking in South Africa Love Island bosses planning dates for this year's cohort have to keep one thing in mind - brain damaged seals which have been causing terror on the beaches of Cape Town Daily Mirror · Jan 18, 2023
Russell Gage’s injury highlights the NFL’s concussion problem and how it hurts players long-term Latest incident comes two weeks after Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest. Fortune · Jan 18, 2023
Climate change trauma has real impacts on cognition and the brain, wildfire survivors study shows The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The Conversation · Jan 18, 2023
Alzheimer's: blood biomarker may help identify the disease ten years before symptoms start Though Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 55 million people worldwide, there’s still no cure for the condition – and treatment options are limited. The Conversation · Jan 18, 2023
Daily Mirror · Jan 18, 2023 Dad given months to live after 'ear infection' turned out to be inoperable brain tumour WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES. Dave Whitford was diagnosed with an inoperable Grade IV brain tumour in 2019, as the dad says he's "just trying to live the rest of my life as best I can" despite money worries
The Conversation · Jan 18, 2023 Vaccination to prevent dementia? New research suggests one way viral infections can accelerate neurodegeneration One in nine Americans ages 65 and over had Alzheimer’s disease in 2022, and countless others were indirectly affected as caregivers, health care providers and taxpayers. There is currently no cure – available treatments primarily focus on prevention by encouraging protective factors, such as exercise and healthy diet, and reducing…
Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 18, 2023 Ask the Doctors: People with synesthesia might hear colors or taste words For some with the condition, sounds activate the brain’s vision centers. For others, colors can have flavor, flavors can evoke a shape, reading can elicit aromas.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 18, 2023 Chris Eubank Jr: ‘Was I disillusioned? No. Boxing is a ruthless game’ Chris Eubank Jr tells Donald McRae about the Conor Benn fiasco, fears for his own health and how, even at 50%, he believes he will beat Liam Smith
Nottingham Post · Jan 18, 2023 Brain check-up tool aims to cut risk of dementia – try it here Early detection of dementia can be crucial in helping people to live with the condition Alzheimer's Research UK has created a test
Wales Online · Jan 18, 2023 Dad rushed to hospital with ear infection finds out he has inoperable brain tumour Dave Whitford now only has months to live but says the cost of living crisis has made everything more difficult
Evening Standard · Jan 18, 2023 New brain check-up tool aims to reduce your dementia risk at any age It takes about 10 minutes to complete the Alzheimer’s Research UK test
Chronicle Live · Jan 18, 2023 12 things you can do to cut chances of getting dementia according to Alzheimer's charity Around 40% of dementia cases are linked to lifestyle factors that can be modified to potentially reduce the odds of developing the condition
The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2023 This new lifestyle checklist can help reduce dementia risk Two in five cases of dementia are thought to be linked to lifestyle factors, which can be modified to reduce a person’s risk.
Tribune News Service · Jan 18, 2023 Review: 'And Finally,' by Henry Marsh NONFICTION: In his third memoir, Henry Marsh moves from being a doctor to becoming a patient. It's a difficult transition.
Zenger · Jan 18, 2023 Microchips That Merge Brain With Machines Appear Safe: Study These data suggest a favorable risk/benefit ratio. The post Microchips that merge brain with machines appear safe.