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Uncovering the brain circuit for creativity


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There's a paradox in neurodegenerative disease  – sometimes as the brain deteriorates, creativity flourishes.

Researchers have used imaging techniques to map creativity in the brains of people with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

Also, the exercise program that could change the game for colorectal cancer survivors. 

And a look back at the year: GLP-1 medications for weight loss. 

References

  • Answering common questions about GLP-1s for weight loss
  • Weight loss drugs could help people with schizophrenia
  • GLP-1s and eating disorders — what are the risks?
  • Structured Exercise after Adjuvant Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer - NEJM 
  • Mapping Neuroimaging Findings of Creativity and Brain Disease Onto a Common Brain Circuit
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    Health ReportBy ABC Australia