Health Topics / Brain Health

When it comes to medical emergencies, few conditions demand faster action than a stroke or heart attack. But how can you tell the difference? While both are serious, life-threatening events caused by disrupted blood flow, they affect different organs and...

For nearly two decades, Sheila woke up every day wondering how much her head would hurt and how long she’d have to push through it.An analyst by trade, Sheila spends most of her day immersed in data, audits and problem-solving....

For Katie Rangel, the final weeks of her senior year of high school were supposed to be filled with excitement: shopping for a prom dress, celebrating her impending graduation and dreaming about the future. Instead, just days before her senior...

If you've ever wondered whether the headache you’re experiencing is a sinus headache vs. a migraine, you're not alone. The two share surprisingly similar symptoms, making it challenging to identify which one is causing your discomfort. And here’s something that...

If you or someone around you was experiencing a stroke, could you spot the signs? According to the CDC, stroke is the and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke can happen to anyone—any age, any time....

Do you experience jaw pain or tenderness along with headaches? These two issues could be connected. The joint that connects your jaw to your skull is called the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. And as many as 5-12% of people report...

If you feel a headache coming on throughout the day, it's good to know that it doesn't always have to stop you in your tracks. There are steps you can take to prevent and quickly treat headaches. When your head...

When that familiar discomfort starts creeping across your head, do you reach for the medicine cabinet without giving it much thought? Understanding whether you're experiencing a regular headache or a migraine can make all the difference in how you treat...

Paying attention to what you eat is always important, but diet plays an even bigger role when you’re not feeling well. For people living with frequent headaches or migraines, certain foods can often be a trigger for a headache to...

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it’s natural to wonder if the condition might run in the family. Understanding the role genetics play in dementia can help you make informed decisions about your health and the health of...

Stress is a predictable part of life, but we often don’t pay enough attention to its effects on our overall health. Most of the time, these may be pretty minor—but in some cases, maybe not so minor. One question that...

Have you ever noticed your hand shaking while you pour your morning coffee or stand in line at the grocery store? Shaky hands, or “hand tremors” as they are medically known, are more common than you might think. Some people...

Here’s the scenario: You have a nasty headache, so you pop your over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication of choice. Your headache improves, and you’re happy that you don’t feel as bad as you did before you took it. But then, you...

Your heart and brain may be separate organs, but they're remarkably interconnected. Understanding this vital relationship can help protect both your cardiovascular and cognitive health as you age. Here’s what you need to know about heart and brain health. How...

Your brain is the control center of your body, influencing everything from your thoughts and emotions to your memory and decision-making. Just like the rest of your body, your brain thrives on good habits and daily care. The choices you...

The topic of brain tumors can come with a lot of misconceptions. From brain tumor symptoms to treatment options, these types of tumors are often complex and misunderstood. Brain tumors are also relatively uncommon, especially when it comes to cancerous...

At this time of year, dips and drops in temperatures and spots of both seasonal and unseasonal weather test the best of us—it’s enough to give you a headache. What we’re talking about specifically is barometric pressure headaches—often referred to...

If you’ve ever experienced a migraine headache, you know how debilitating it can be. The throbbing, focused pain in the head—often accompanied by a sensitivity to light and sound and sometimes even dizziness and nausea—makes it nearly impossible to function....

Alzheimer’s disease, a type of dementia that causes cognitive decline, impacts millions of Americans each year. Despite this, treatment options have traditionally been limited, Although there is no cure yet, I’ve seen the field of Alzheimer’s disease research make significant...

Feeling pressure, fullness or pain around your sinuses? It’s a common concern. Each year, millions of people visit the doctor for sinus-related issues or headaches. When these empty spaces in your forehead, sides of your nose and cheeks get irritated,...