Blood Protein Levels Indicate Risk for Over 60 Diseases
A study examining thousands of proteins from a mere droplet of blood has illustrated their potential to foretell the advent of numerous diverse illnesses. This groundbreaking research, detailed in an…
Exercise shown to protect the brain at the cellular level in Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study combining cutting-edge genetic tools with an established model of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers from Mass General Brigham, in collaboration with colleagues at SUNY Upstate Medical University, have…
Struggling to Lift 5 kg Could Signal Declining Health and Underlying Chronic Conditions, Researchers Warn
A groundbreaking international study has identified a simple yet powerful predictor of health in older adults: the ability to lift a 5-kilogram object. Led by researchers from the University of…
Breakthrough in Gene Therapy Offers Hope for Preserving Memory in Alzheimer’s Patients
Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have unveiled a pioneering gene therapy that offers new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. This innovative treatment…
Preventing Falls Before They Happen: The Promise of Early Intervention for Seniors
As people age, their bodies inevitably change, affecting strength, mobility, and sensory function. Tasks that once seemed effortless become more challenging. Muscle mass tends to diminish, visual acuity declines and…
Study Finds Connection Between Brain Health and Socioeconomic Standing
In a landmark international study, researchers have drawn on genetic data from nearly one million individuals to examine the links between socioeconomic status (SES) and brain health. The team analysed…
A Novel Blood Epigenetic Biomarker of Ageing Emphasises Intrinsic Capacity
An international team of scientists has unveiled a new biological age estimator—a blood-based “epigenetic clock” that measures how well an individual is ageing rather than merely indicating their chronological age.…
Healthy Eating Linked to Cardiometabolic Gains, Even Without Weight Reduction
A new study led by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Ben-Gurion University in Israel has shed light on a striking finding: many people who…
New Research Links Daily Mango Consumption to Improved Heart and Metabolic Health in Postmenopausal Women
Each year, around 1.3 million women in the United States transition into menopause—a natural life stage accompanied by significant hormonal shifts that can adversely affect cardiovascular health. This transition is…
Research reveals impact of obesity on healthcare delivery
A recent qualitative study has found that older adults living with obesity often feel judged or dismissed by care providers because of their weight, which can lead to a reluctance…
New study reveals connection between depression and heightened dementia risk in middle and later life
A groundbreaking new study has revealed that depression experienced in both midlife and later life is associated with an increased risk of developing dementia. Published in eClinicalMedicine, the research provides…
Coffee Consumption Tied to Healthier Ageing in Women
A recent large-scale longitudinal study has found a promising link between midlife coffee consumption and healthy ageing in women. Conducted over three decades, the research followed nearly 50,000 women from…
Stroke survivors may benefit from talking therapy interventions
Stroke survivors experiencing depression or anxiety are more likely to recover from their psychological symptoms if they engage in talking therapy, according to a new large-scale study conducted by researchers…
Increased Parkinson’s Risk Observed in Individuals with Autism
A large-scale Swedish study has found that individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may face a significantly heightened risk of developing Parkinson’s disease earlier in life. Conducted by researchers…
Money Management in Older Adults Falters with Onset of Dementia
Older adults tend to have a keen awareness of their financial capabilities, which, intriguingly, often improves with age—provided their cognitive health remains intact. New research from Binghamton University, State University…
Enhancing Health in Later Years: The Importance of Carbohydrate Quality for Optimal Ageing
In collaboration with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, a recent study conducted by researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at…