Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels? 
Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels?
A Harvard study says what pregnant women breathe in and ingest may directly impact their child’s brain development.
Soccer players who frequently ‘head’ the ball may be hurting their brain 
Soccer players who frequently ‘head’ the ball may be hurting their brain
Researchers say repetitive “heading” may damage brain cells over time, study finds.
Kids’ second concussions may require longer recovery 
Kids’ second concussions may require longer recovery
According to new research, it may take kids and young adults more than twice as long to recover from a repeat concussion.
Yoga sharpens cognitive function, study shows 
Yoga sharpens cognitive function, study shows
Memory and concentration have been shown to improve with 20 minutes of yoga.
Depression linked to stroke in middle-aged women 
Depression linked to stroke in middle-aged women
Women between the ages of 47 and 52 have twice the risk of stroke if they are depressed, says a new study.
Stroke treatment costs could double by 2030 
Stroke treatment costs could double by 2030
As Americans grow older, the number of people having strokes and the cost of care is expected to spike dramatically, according to a new report.
Compounds from cinnamon may delay Alzheimer’s 
Compounds from cinnamon may delay Alzheimer’s
According to a new study, a common household spice may help ward off Alzheimer’s disease.