Encephalitis lethargica was a mysterious pandemic that blurred the line between physical and mental illness. So what caused ...

A new meta-analysis has found that individuals with sleep disorders face an increased risk of developing dementia.

They regulate blood flow and provide vital support for brain development and neuronal function. Defective neuro–vascular function is associated with a variety of neurological disorders.

A harmful form of the tau protein, which builds up in Alzheimer's disease and similar brain disorders, can directly damage ...

(“intracranial arteriovenous malformation” OR “cerebral arteriovenous malformation” OR “brain arteriovenous malformation ... to advance care in patients who suffer from these vascular anomalies. The ...

Increasing research has shown that cumulative exposure to low socioeconomic position (SEP) over the life-course increases the burden of poor cardiovascular and brain health. However, the influence of ...

The virus that causes shingles is just one of a number of pathogens that may affect the brain, and which scientists are trying to understand. While research into this field is ongoing, here's what ...

Evaluation of blood–brain barrier permeability and changes in glymphatic system function in individuals with vascular cognitive impairment Figure 2. Schematic representation of the blood–brain barrier ...

Share on Pinterest Heavy drinking can cause brain abnormalities that could increase ... that even moderate alcohol consumption may lead to vascular changes in the brain, such as hyaline ...

Brain arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are widely believed to originate during fetal development, making them congenital in nature. Despite this, the exact reasons why they form are still not well ...

People who consumed high amounts of alcohol were more likely to have brain lesions and cognitive decline, according to a new ...