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TED Talks’ Playlist about the Human Brain

Not all brain tumors are alike so classifying them can be tricky. In recent studies, doctors are analyzing the DNA markers of some brain tumors to help accurately identify them.

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What Can DNA Tell Us About Brain Tumors?

Not all brain tumors are alike so classifying them can be tricky. In recent studies, doctors are analyzing the DNA markers of some brain tumors to help accurately identify them.

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The Hairiest Month of the Year

It’s that time of year again: Movember.

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Can We Reverse Parkinson’s disease and Dementia with a Cancer Drug?

At a recent Society for Neuroscience meeting, researchers reported that during a pilot study for a drug used to treat leukemia, 11 out of 12 patients who were given a small dose had improvement in mental function and movement. For several of the patients, improvements were dramatic.

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2015 Apps for Breast Cancer

Whether you are working to stay healthy during breast cancer treatment, keeping up with healthy breast exams or struggling to meet the demands of every day life while undergoing treatment, the apps described here may help >> http://www.healthline.com/health/breast-cancer/top-iphone-android-apps.