Year: 2025
Stigma turns hearing loss into hidden silence
One in three adults over the age of 50 conceals their hearing loss, often because they fear being…
Boston University develops AI model to forecast early indicators of Alzheimer’s
Researchers at Boston University’s Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine have created an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that…
Centenarians show delayed progression of age-related illnesses
Reaching the milestone of one hundred years of age does not automatically equate to a life overshadowed by…
Helping Others Found to Delay Cognitive Decline
Recent evidence suggests that meaningful social engagement can be a powerful safeguard for brain health. A team from…
Neighbourhood walkability linked to lower stress levels during COVID-19
A recent study from the University of New Hampshire has revealed that communities designed to be more walkable…
Study warns AI chatbots can spread medical falsehoods, underscoring urgent need for safeguards
A new study from researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has found that popular…
For older adults: the psychological benefits of staying inquisitive
In two recently published studies, researchers have shown that older adults who continue to challenge themselves with new…
Genes help explain why ageing brings frailty for some
A new study has uncovered genetic variants connected to brain activity, immune response, and metabolism that play a…
Breakthrough tool aids seniors in lowering reliance on unnecessary drugs
Researchers at McGill University have developed a digital tool designed to help patients safely reduce their use of…
How daily habits may erode the brain’s control system and heighten dementia risk
Nearly half of all dementia cases could be prevented through lifestyle changes, with factors such as exercise, diet,…
Stand More, Live Better: Research Reveals Heart Benefits After Menopause
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego suggests that the simple act of standing up…
Long-term physical activity shown to aid brain connectivity recovery in Parkinson’s patients, say medical researchers
In the early 2000s, scientists first demonstrated that exercise could help ease the tremors often associated with Parkinson’s…