Glial Cells | Community Health

Glial cells, also known as neuroglia, are non-neuronal cells that make up over half of the volume of neural tissue in the human body. They play a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis, forming myelin, and providing support and protection for neurons. With over 50 billion glial cells in the average human brain, these cells are essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system. Research by [[national-institutes-of-health|National Institutes of Health]] and [[stanford-university|Stanford University]] has shed light on the importance of glial cells in maintaining neural health. In fact, studies have shown that glial cells are involved in the regulation of [[neurotransmitters|neurotransmitters]] and the maintenance of the [[blood-brain-barrier|blood-brain barrier]]. As our understanding of glial cells continues to grow, so does their potential impact on the treatment and prevention of neurological disorders, such as [[alzheimers-disease|Alzheimer's disease]] and [[parkinsons-disease|Parkinson's disease]].