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Napping may be beneficial for your brain – here’s how

Sleep plays an important role in keeping the brain healthy, which is why people are advised to get at least 7-9 hours each night. When...

Fatty liver disease: a hidden risk factor for dementia?

What is Fatty Liver Disease? Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a health problem where fat builds up in your liver. It’s not caused by...

Chronic liver diseases and cognitive decline: unveiling the liver-brain axis

Research led by Yale scientists has uncovered a relationship between liver fibrosis - the scarring of liver tissue caused by many chronic liver diseases...

Older class of diabetes drugs linked to reduced dementia risk

A research collaboration involving the University of Arizona has found that the use of an older class of type 2 diabetes drugs, known as...

Fear and silence: why Alzheimer’s goes undiagnosed

Alzheimer's disease is one of the most prevalent and devastating aging diseases, but according to a new report by the Alzheimer's Association, a significant...

Could common antibiotics help tackle early-onset dementia? New study gives hope

Dementia is a scary word for many. It is a disease that affects the brain. People with dementia often forget things. They can also...

Common blood pressure drugs and memory trouble: a plain talk

Sometimes, the medicines we take for common health problems may have side effects. A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, discovered one...

Brain shrinkage and its link to different types of dementia

Dementia is a scary word for many of us. It refers to a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities. Alzheimer's disease...

Why women with heart rhythm issues risk memory problems faster than men

Did you know there's a link between your heart and your brain? A specific heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AFib) might cause memory problems...

Can meditation help prevent dementia in older people?

A recent study, co-led by a researcher from UCL (University College London), has discovered that meditation can enhance attention and socio-emotional regulation in individuals...