The essence of who you are begins in the brain. Together with the spinal cord and miles of nerves, the central nervous system directs our every thought, sensation and action. Get connected and learn about amazing advances in neurosciences.
Despite a string of bad breaks, a Michigan man turns to the gym and a healthy diet to shed nearly 120 pounds and some bad habits.
Brain expert says it's unlikely that any one nutrient would be a 'silver bullet.'
Gabe Dehen, 2, has a terminal genetic condition—but his parents are clinging to hope for a miracle.
Girls' soccer had rates that exceeded boys' football.
Rapid drops in blood pressure that cause light-headedness may do serious damage.
Todd Alward, diagnosed with ALS four years ago, is preparing to die.
Woodworker David Smedley—grandpa to 30, great-grandpa to 24—discovers a unique physical therapy program to help him control his tremors.
Study suggests people intuitively enjoy poems, even if they don't understand why.
Exposure to ultra-low temperatures shows no benefits and may be dangerous.
When Brianna Laux, 12, faced a life-threatening brain condition, her mother believes “all the stars were aligned” for success.
Jake Rodgers, 17, plays the guitar again for the first time since suffering a traumatic brain injury.
Reductions seen in risk of heart disease, stroke and cancer.
