A mouse brain showing activated neurons (white) in the brainstem 3 hours after LPS injection.

Research Pinpoints the Neurons Behind Feeling Sick

Specific neurons in the brainstem control sickness behaviors not directly caused by a pathogen, such as tiredness and lack of appetite, a mouse study finds.

Research Pinpoints the Neurons Behind Feeling Sick

Specific neurons in the brainstem control sickness behaviors not directly caused by a pathogen, such as tiredness and lack of appetite, a mouse study finds.

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Study: Facial Cues Indicate Sickness

Diana Kwon | Jan 3, 2018 | 2 min read

Pale skin and hanging eyelids are tell-tale signs of apparent illness.