Dendritic spines compartmentalize calcium, and this could be their main function. We review experimental work on spine calcium dynamics. Calcium influx into spines is mediated by calcium channels and ...

Pain comes from communication between nerves, the spinal cord, and the brain. Pain may be acute, chronic, neuropathic, or nociceptive. Acute pain is sudden and usually linked to injury, then improves ...

Foods that are high in saturated fats and sodium increase the risk of heart issues like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease. In contrast, foods that support heart health ...

What Is Alcohol Use Disorder? Alcohol use disorder (AUD) used to be called alcoholism. It's a medical condition that affects a lot of people. If you have it, you regularly drink heavy amounts of ...