Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is a condition that most people fear. It's not just about losing memory; it involves the gradual loss of many abilities, like thinking...
Smoking can speed up cognitive decline in older adults
A recent study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has revealed that smoking may significantly speed up the decline in cognitive abilities...
Common drugs linked to memory problems in older adults
A new study from the University of California, San Diego, has uncovered a potential link between certain commonly used medications and memory issues.
These medications...
Scientists find early brain changes in dementia
When people think about dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease, they usually focus on memory loss. However, dementia can also bring significant changes to a person’s...
Research shows big cause of memory decline in older people
Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made an important discovery that could explain why our brains tend to lose sharpness...
What does a Mars trip do to the brain?
It’s not long before a conversation about space travel is likely to turn to the impact on the human body.
Our bodies have evolved to...
Stroke linked to faster long-term cognitive decline, study finds
New research from the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) has revealed that older adults who experience a stroke for the first time are...
Food for thought: How diet affects the brain over a lifetime
A wealth of research shows that what people eat affects the body's ability to ward off heart disease and stroke. And a growing body...
Long-term use of this common drug linked to higher dementia risk
A recent study conducted by the Chinese Academy of Sciences has brought attention to a potential link between frequent laxative use and a higher...
Time of day affects dementia diagnosis, new study finds
New research from the University of Surrey has revealed that the time of day when blood is taken can significantly impact test results used...