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A quick blow to the head could cause lasting issues in the brain.
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Strokes, confusion, and loss of smell have left neuroscientists worried about what the novel coronavirus means for the nervous system.
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The Abrasive Aroma Behind Smelling Salts
Smelling salts can revive someone who fainted, and some athletes have been spotted taking a whiff during games. How does this centuries-old treatment work?
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What Happens to the Brain During a Heatstroke?
When the body’s temperature begins to rise, the brain’s health is on the line.
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The Gatekeepers of Sensation
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Autopsies of American football players’ brains built our current understanding of the hazards associated with repeated blows to the head.
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A Brief History of Smelling Salts
Smelling salts, an old remedy for fainting, are now used by some athletes to trigger alertness. Neurologist Erin Manning explains how they work.
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