What brain scans tell us

Road accidents are a leading cause of death and injury around the world, and in 2020, the UN General Assembly set a target to reduce road deaths by 50% by 2030. Claudia Hammond is joined by BBC Health reporter Philippa Roxby to look at new research which explores how road injury ...  Show more

Last week, the US Defence Secretary announced a new policy that will require US military personnel to undergo annual screening for testosterone deficiency, however some health experts have expressed concerns that this program could have negative effects. Claudia Hammond speaks wi ...  Show more

Chris and Lauren find out what you can learn from a brain scan!   Dr. Amen shares the truth about how antidepressants and alcohol affect our brain, and what you can do to promote a healthy mind for the rest of your life!   Plus, find out why Dr. Amen scanned his wife’s brain whil ...  Show more

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Ep 48. Mental health IS physical health. Period. This week, we're joined by Dr. Daniel Amen—psychiatrist, brain health expert, and bestselling author. We're talking about brain scan technology that can</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> ...

Ian Sample talks to Dr Laura Pritschet, a postdoctoral fellow of psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania, about her research using precision scans to capture the profound changes that sweep across the brain during pregnancy. She explains what this new work reveals about how ...  Show more

Unlock the limitless potential of your brain in our latest episode with Dr Tara Swart, a distinguished neuroscientist, trusted advisor, and accomplished author. Join us as we navigate the fascinating world of neurology, discussing practical strategies and scientific insights to e ...  Show more