Scientists chart the progression of the measles virus through the human brain
Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have meticulously traced the mutation and proliferation patterns of the measles virus in the brain of an individual who died from a rare and fatal…
Metabolic syndrome increases vulnerability to Parkinson’s disease
A recent study published on 20 August 2025 in Neurology®, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, has found that people with metabolic syndrome face a heightened risk of…
Mediterranean diet shows promise in protecting against inherited Alzheimer’s risk
A new study led by researchers from Mass General Brigham, the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard suggests that following a…
Research uncovers hidden body fat’s role in speeding up heart ageing
An extensive new study has revealed that excessive amounts of visceral fat — the hidden fat stored deep within the abdomen and wrapped around vital organs — are linked to…
Education and Its Impact on Biological Ageing Patterns
A new study from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has found that Americans with lower levels of education are ageing faster than their better-educated peers, and this inequality…
Omega-3 shows promise in reducing women’s risk of Alzheimer’s
Recent research suggests that omega fatty acids may play a protective role against Alzheimer’s disease in women. Scientists investigating lipid profiles in the blood have found that women living with…
Echoes of Emotion: How Musical Experience Influences Memory
Listening to music while engaging in an activity often makes the experience more enjoyable. Yet new research from UCLA neuroscientists suggests that listening to music after an event may hold…
Rising Heat Waves Endanger the Health of Older Adults
Older adults often underestimate their vulnerability to extreme heat and are frequently unprepared for prolonged periods of hot weather. This concern is highlighted in a new review of more than…
Stalking linked to increased risk of heart disease and stroke in women
A new study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation has found that women who reported being stalked or who obtained a restraining order faced a significantly higher risk…
The Cutting-Edge Tools Shaping the Future of Parkinson’s Care
Over the past quarter-century, the number of people worldwide living with Parkinson’s disease has doubled, yet methods of treatment and monitoring remain outdated. Clinicians still rely on subjective rating scales…
Rising Heat and Humidity Linked to Surge in Emergency Visits for Heart Problems
Extreme heat places an enormous strain on the cardiovascular system, as the heart must work harder to regulate body temperature. When the air is hot, the heart increases its pumping…
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 judged or dismissed. Despite greater public discussion around accessibility and inclusion, stigma…
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 can predict key biological signs of Alzheimer’s disease with high accuracy. The…
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 illness. According to new research from Karolinska Institutet, those who live to…
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 The University of Texas at Austin and the University of Massachusetts Boston…
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 offered significant mental health benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. In neighbourhoods where…