Being bilingual slows brain ageing, and can prevent Alzheimer’s
Humans are organised into around 200 nations, yet there are roughly 6,000 languages in existence. It therefore seems obvious that bilingualism is much more...
People over 50 had faster cognitive decline in COVID pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a far-reaching impact on many aspects of our lives, and now, emerging research suggests that it may have taken...
Two rheumatoid arthritis drugs may lower Parkinson’s disease risk
Recent research has revealed promising potential in two rheumatoid arthritis drugs for reducing the risk of Parkinson's disease.
While some earlier studies had suggested that...
Metabolic increase in brain may show early signs of Alzheimer’s disease
Metabolic Increase in Brain's Hippocampus Identified as Early Indicator of Alzheimer's Disease, Opening New Avenues for Early Intervention"
Researchers from Karolinska Institutet have made a...
Blood test shows promise in detecting Alzheimer’s disease early
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating neurodegenerative condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
Detecting it in its early stages can be challenging and often requires...
Only 1 in 5 older Americans get Alzheimer’s screening last year, study finds
A recent poll has revealed that only one in five individuals aged 65 to 80 have undergone cognitive screening in the past year.
Despite this...
Parkinson’s disease: tai chi may help manage symptoms
The centuries-old martial art of tai chi is shown to have many health benefits – including improving balance, reducing anxiety and preventing cardiovascular disease.
But...
Time-restricted eating may help fight Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have uncovered the potential of time-restricted feeding in rectifying...
Poor sleep linked to Alzheimer’s risk: early warning signs revealed
New research suggests that poor sleep may serve as one of the earliest warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, attributed to a phenomenon known as...
Scientists find how to spot Alzheimer’s and dementia early
Diseases that affect the brain, such as Alzheimer's and dementia, often begin altering the brain long before individuals notice any symptoms.
This hidden progression makes...