Meningitis is an infection that causes the thin layers of the meninges that surround the brain and spinal cord to become inflamed, explains Dr. Rodrigo Hasbun, an infectious diseases professor at ...

Using a novel form of MRI, the researchers investigated the function of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in these patients ...

Infection of meninges/brain: Positive culture of CSF or pathogens in brain tissue in the presence of compatible signs of meningitis or encephalitis. Suspected sepsis/infection (as a cause of death ...

Together, these layers were thought to exist to provide structural support to the brain; however, a growing body of evidence supports the idea that the meninges play critical roles in immune ...

2017), these cells cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and reach the CNS parenchyma. Once in the CNS, these cells recognize self-antigens at the surface of antigen-presenting cells (APCs), undergo ...

Although no single food can improve mental sharpness, focus, and memory, some research shows that a nutrient-rich diet with plenty of omega-3 fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals is important ...

The brain interprets these sensory cues to understand what’s going on outside and inside the body. This allows a person to use their body to interact with their surrounding environment and ...

When a child develops a brain tumor, early diagnosis is essential. Alan Cohen, M.D., director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, shares the most common signs and symptoms ...

A man with paralysis who had electrodes implanted in his brain can pilot a virtual drone through an obstacle course simply by imagining moving his fingers. His brain signals are interpreted by an ...

Meningitis is an inflammation or infection of the meninges, the protective layers of tissue between the brain and the skull. You can take general precautions to lower your risk of developing ...