Siberia zombie virus: How likely is an actual living dead apocalypse?
"A parasite like this is not likely to spillover to humans," Philippe Fernandez-Fournier told Newsweek. "But never say never!
This is what happens to your body when you die
The body goes through five stages of decomposition—fresh, bloat, active, advanced, and dry decay.
Man survives brain skewered with metal rod: "A lucky escape"
The rod pierced his temporal lobe, which handles memory, language, emotions and visual processing, but the man has made a full recovery.
How long could you survive without a head?
Grimaces, twitches and apparent signs of consciousness have been reported from disembodied heads throughout history, but is there any basis for these claims?
Is it a headache or brain tumor? When to see a doctor for headaches
Not all headaches require urgent medical attention, but some can be a sign of a serious condition.
3D fossilized brain of 500 million-year-old worm discovered
Exquisitely preserved nervous system discovered in scalidophoran worms for the first time.
Deadly Fungus Can Shape-shift Its Way Deep into Your Brain: 'Shocked'
Cryptococcus neoformans' natural habitat of bird droppings may have allowed it to adapt to living in cerebrospinal fluid in the brain.
Best Things You Can Do to Slow Cognitive Decline Revealed
A three-year study of over 2,000 older adults has linked daily multivitamin use and slower brain aging.
Brain Eating Amoeba Appears to be Marching North Across U.S.
A boy in Nebraska died from a suspected infection with Naegleria fowleri. If confirmed, this would be the first time a case has been reported in the state.
Toddler Suffering Multiple Seizures a Day Set for Dangerous Brain Surgery
Baby Thea Steele suffers from daily seizures and is set to undergo a complex, 10-hour brain surgery.
Emilia Clarke's 'Missing Brain' Parts And How She Can Function Without Them
Around 20 percent of those who survive a ruptured brain aneurysm are left with a long-term disability, a specialist told Newsweek.
What Is A Brain Aneurysm? And What Are The Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment?
"Game of Throne" actress Emilia Clarke is among the lucky 50 percent of people who survive a ruptured brain aneurysm."
Heartwarming Video of Man With Cerebral Palsy Finding 'Love' Goes Viral
"Not trying to be disrespectful, but your husband is hot," one user said.
Insects May Be Able to Feel Pain, Study Suggests
The latest findings may have important ethical implications, particularly amid the drive toward the mass-production of insects for food.
Are You a Dog or Cat Person? An Optical Illusion Claims To Have the Answer
The image shows either a dog or two cats-so what do you notice first?
How to Have Better Dreams and Better Sleep
There is plenty to worry about now, and business leaders are having nightmares.Techniques to manage bad dreams can help them sleep better and lead better
Why Some People Love Telling Bad Jokes, According to Science
Not everyone who cracks bad puns will have a brain condition, but extreme cases may be diagnosed with Witzelsucht.
Nuclear Waste Inside Your Brain? It's Possible
A partnership of companies is aiming to develop neural interfaces powered by recycled nuclear waste batteries.
What Is Bionic Reading and Why It Feels Like 'Unlocking 100% of Your Brain'
"It's like it helps me stay focused on the text, instead of my mind wandering as I read and retain nothing," said one Twitter user after testing the method.
Brain Eating Amoeba Outbreak Sees One Dead, One Critical
The cases, both in Pakistan, were caused by the amoeba Naegleria fowleri, which often causes fatal illness.
Mystery Outbreak of Brain Tumors at New Jersey High School Investigated
Environmental tests have been carried out at Colonia High School in Woodbridge Township due to reports of brain tumors in former staff and pupils.
High Schooler's Nausea Turned Out To Be Aggressive and Deadly Brain Tumor
Tom, now 14, was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme in November 2020 and has been told by doctors there is nothing more they can do.
Tossing and Turning at Night? How to Get More Deep Sleep
The right amount of deep sleep is as important as food or water. We asked experts how much restorative rest people need and what to do if you're not getting enough.
Dark Triad Personality Test: Find Out How Much of a Psychopath You Are
Take the online quiz developed by scientists that measures narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy.
Hollywood Rallies Around Bruce Willis After News of Aphasia Diagnosis
Jamie Lee Curtis, Cindy Crawford, Elizabeth Perkins, Julianne Moore and Rita Wilson were among the stars sending love and support to the "Die Hard" star.
What Is Intellectual Wellness? How to Expand Your Knowledge and Skills
Nourishing and developing our brain is just as important as exercising our bodies. Experts explain the essence of intellectual wellness.
Man, 34, Dies of Dementia After It Killed His Father Aged 36
Daniel Bradbury, a father of two from the U.K., was diagnosed in 2017 after experiencing depression, memory loss and coordination problems.
Bob Saget Autopsy Finds Trauma Similar to 'Baseball Bat to the Head'—Doctor
Neurosurgery and concussion specialists have commented on the autopsy conducted after the comedian's death in January.
Man Dies of Aggressive Brain Cancer After Recognizing Symptoms on TV Show
Glenn Farley's wife, Thomasina, said it was "incredibly shocking" when her husband was diagnosed with aggressive and fast-growing brain cancer.
Mold In Man's Brain Caused Abscesses Like 'Two Little Dark Circles of Doom'
Tyson Bottenus believes that he was infected with the rare fungus that made its way through his blood to his brain while cycling in Costa Rica.