Medical Mysteries + Marvels

Prahlad Jani, an Indian yogi who claimed he could survive without food or water, died at the age of 90 on Tuesday, according to a report.

Nine living, breathing people with this mysterious medical diagnosis are adding to the research pile, revealing what the brain can do with or without the cerebellum.

One day, the 63-year-old started hearing a childhood favorite that wouldn’t stop looping in her head.

The man knew he had the ability to think, recall and interact with people. But the man somehow also thought that his brain was no longer alive, even while his body was.

Everything in moderation.

Aitkens' condition is actually quite new and particularly rare.

One German student probably didn’t expect he’d need to give up Sudoku after a 2015 skiing incident.

When the man started suffering from painful bathroom trips and blood in his urine, doctors realized he had a major bladder issue.

The woman’s symptoms improved with only bed rest and caffeinated drinks.

Many people don’t understand the benefits or recommended ways of donating cord blood for its most beneficial use.