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Research links physical activity to lower rates of depression and insomnia in ageing smokers
Regular weekly exercise may help smokers over the age of 40 lower their risks of depression and sleep…
Parkinson’s disease in older adults is linked to increased brain amyloid without dementia
A research article published on 6 August 2025 in Aging-US (Volume 17, Issue 8) is entitled “Age-related trends…
Cooling forearms in water may safeguard older adults during dangerous heatwaves
When air conditioning is unavailable during extreme heat, millions of older adults and other vulnerable groups face a…
Adaptive immunity in Alzheimer’s disease spotlighted by Chinese Medical Journal Review
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time, affecting more than 55…
Exploring the Role of Physical Frailty in Dementia Onset
A major new study has provided fresh insight into the connection between physical frailty and dementia, suggesting that…
Loneliness remains disproportionately high for working-age adults with disabilities, new study finds
Working-age adults with disabilities experience far greater levels of loneliness than their peers without disabilities, according to a…
Study finds retirement’s mental health boost not equally experienced
Retirement has long been imagined as a time of freedom and rest, but new research suggests the psychological…
FAU study finds lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). By…
Brain shunts deliver major benefits for older adults with hydrocephalus, UCalgary researchers report
When Jill Knaus arrived at the Adult Hydrocephalus Program at the University of Calgary, she was desperate for…
Bone health at risk from microplastics
The global reliance on plastic has reached staggering proportions, with more than 400 million tonnes produced annually. This…
Groundbreaking research shows seniors can bounce back to wellness
A new Canadian study is delivering a hopeful message to older adults and those who care for them:…
Scientists Uncover Protein That Ages the Brain, Along with a Way to Stop It
Ageing is notoriously unkind to the hippocampus, the region of the brain that underpins our ability to learn,…
Lost Bearings: How Errors in the Brain’s Compass Heighten Dementia Risk
Researchers at the German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) have discovered that people at higher risk of developing…
Fresh insights reveal how dietary cues influence the biology of ageing
Diet is not merely a source of fuel for the body; it also delivers molecular signals that can…
Outdoor workouts surpass the benefits of exercising in cities or gyms
A growing body of evidence suggests that where we exercise matters just as much as how we exercise.…