An organization with a long history of helping people, especially kids with disabilities. March is Easter Seals month! Easter Seals offers people information, resources and programs for children, young adults and healthy aging. Find out if Easter Seals could help you overcome challenges and maintain healthy brain function. >> http://www.easterseals.com/our-programs/brain-health/
There may be bright side to suffering from allergies, asthma and eczema. According to a new study, people who have these illnesses are less likely to suffer from glioma. Glioma is a common type of primary brain tumor, accounting for about 33% of primary brain tumors. Gliomas originate in the glial cells in the brain.
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Biomedical engineers and physicians at Johns Hopkins are reporting successful trials of a mind-controlled prosthetic hand. By mapping the patient’s brain and tracking specific parts of the brain that move the fingers, the scientists were able to program the prosthesis to move the corresponding finger.
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Researchers gathered at the World Medical Innovation Forum in Boston discuss the sci-fi future of medicine. >> http://medcitynews.com/2015/04/disruptive-technologies-neuroscience-watch/?rf=1
March 14-18 is Brain Awareness Week. The Dana Foundation, dedicated to advancing brain research and educating the public, promotes partner events surrounding Brain Awareness Week. You can search events near you that promote Brain Awareness here. >> http://www.dana.org/baw/calendar/results.aspx
