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...
Scientists link chronic pain to higher dementia risk in older people
A new study led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has found that older Australians suffering from chronic pain are at a significantly...
Older adults who fall may have higher dementia risk, study warns
A new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital reveals that older adults who experience a serious fall are more likely to develop dementia, including...
How the MIND diet could help prevent memory loss
A new study suggests that people who follow the MIND diet may have a lower risk of developing memory and thinking problems later in...
Eating berries, tea, and dark chocolate may help lower dementia risk, study finds
A new study has shown that eating foods rich in flavonoids—like berries, tea, red wine, and dark chocolate—may reduce the risk of developing dementia.
This...