The vertebral arteries primarily supply blood to the brain stem, the cerebellum, and the occipital lobe. Neck injuries due to self-injury are relatively uncommon but may be life-threatening.

We place heavy demands on our brain's neurons to navigate our everyday lives. This requires a lot of energy and support, which comes from the blood supply and supporting 'glial' cells called ...

a condition characterised by poor blood flow to the brain. The reduced blood supply starves brain cells of nutrients and over time they become damaged and die. Symptoms of vascular dementia include ...

It’s thought that the increased blood flow during exercise helps to improve general brain function by maintaining a healthy supply of blood, oxygen and glucose to the brain. Learning the skill ...