Basal Ganglia & Dopaminergic Pathways for the USMLE Step 1

Researchers have uncovered a major biological pathway that could transform how we approach brain health. Scientists found that certain facial lymphatic vessels, located around the eyes, cheeks, and temples, play a key role in draining toxins from the brain. When these vessels are gently stimulated or massaged, they accelerate the clearance of waste proteins linked to neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. • The discovery reveals a direct connection between facial lymph vesse