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Female mammals typically carry two X chromosomes — one from each parent — and a new study suggests that the maternal X is linked to faster brain aging.

"Disgrace." A brain-dead 21-year-old Brazilian mother is being kept alive by machines to give her unborn 6-month-old child a chance to survive, sparking debate online. The post Pregnant Woman With No Brain Activity Kept On Life Support To Save Baby Sparks Controversy first appeared on Bored Panda.

We take a look back at old favourites who made an appearance on The Traitors seasons 1 and 2, and update you on what they're doing now

A suspended senior constable has tried to argue that he punched two intoxicated civilians while on duty in separate incidents in 2023 because of a brain tumour.

It reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and colon cancer – while boosting the health of our gut microbiome and brain. Yet we all eat far too little fibre. Here is the no-fuss guide to getting your 30g a day

Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) recently issued a safety alert requiring extra warnings to be included with the asthma and hay fever drug montelukast.

Nearly one million people are living with dementia in the UK

This level of precision and freedom in virtual movement had not been previously possible, scientists say

That satisfying feeling after doomscrolling through endless TikTok videos or impulsively shopping online mimics the relief of scratching an itch. This is dopamine at work — a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) responsible for feelings of reward and accomplishment. Whether indulging in viral videos or engaging in new hobbies, dopamine creates a…