In November, the Mirror delved into several health studies and what they mean for you - here's everything you should know

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MRI scans are essential tools for diagnosing various conditions and assessing the health of bones and organs. Now, scientists believe they could also detect early signs of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) by examining our tongues more closely.

MND is a progressive condition that shortens life by attacking the nerves responsible for movement, known as motor neurons. This generally results in muscle weakness, making it difficult to speak, breathe, move, and swallow, and these symptoms tend to worsen over months or years.

READ MORE HERE: Simple tongue scan may detect early symptoms of debilitating disease

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