Prolonged Exposure to Outdoor Air Pollution Associated with Higher Dementia Risk
A new large-scale analysis drawing from data on nearly 30 million people has reinforced the link between prolonged exposure to outdoor air pollution and an increased risk of developing dementia.…
Preliminary research links prolonged work hours to changes in brain structure
Preliminary research published in Occupational & Environmental Medicine suggests that long working hours may physically alter the brain's structure, particularly in regions responsible for emotional regulation and executive functions such…
Groundbreaking Study Identifies Sedentary Lifestyle as a Standalone Risk Factor for Alzheimer’s Disease
More than six million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, a figure that continues to grow as the population ages. While much of the focus in Alzheimer’s research has…
Excessive Sleep May Impair Cognitive Function, Particularly in Depressed Individuals, UT Health San Antonio Study Reveals
A recent study conducted by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) revealed that sleeping nine or more hours per night…
Guided Physical Therapy Enhances Recovery from Hip Fractures in Elderly Women
Findings from the STEP-HI (Starting a Testosterone and Exercise Programme after Hip Injury) trial have provided new insight into the role of testosterone therapy in older women recovering from hip…
Memory-Related Brain Changes Associated with REM Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a condition marked by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, has been linked to changes in brain regions responsible for memory, according to a study published…
Dementia on the Rise in China at an Unusual Pace
A newly published study in the open-access journal PLOS One (7 May 2025) highlights a significant and accelerating rise in Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (ADD) in China, outpacing the…
Scientists uncover heart rate indicator linked to accelerated cognitive decline in ageing adults
A healthy heart is not only defined by its strength or regularity, but also by its capacity to adapt. This adaptability manifests in the subtle complexity of each heartbeat, which…
Study Uncovers Wide Life Expectancy Variations Across U.S. States
A major new study led by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) has revealed striking disparities in life expectancy across U.S. states and Washington, D.C., spanning more…
Body Clocks, Muscle Function, and the Accelerated Ageing of Shift Workers
Muscle cells possess internal circadian clocks, finely tuned biological systems that regulate various cellular processes. According to recent research, disrupting these clocks, as often occurs with shift work, can significantly…
Klotho: The Age-Defying Protein for Health and Longevity
An international study led by the Institut de Neurociències at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (INc-UAB) has provided compelling evidence that increasing levels of the Klotho protein in mice can…
Immersive VR with Scent: A Novel Approach to Cognitive Health
As the global population ages, supporting cognitive and memory functions in older adults has become critical. According to the United Nations, by 2070, the number of people aged 65 and…
Cycling as a Path to Longevity and Vitality in Older Adults, Especially for Nondrivers
In Japan, a considerable proportion of older adults rely on bicycles as a primary means of transportation. This trend is notably more prevalent than in Europe or the United States.…
Unlocking the Age-Defying Benefits of Black Tea and Berries
A recent study has revealed that a diet rich in black tea, berries, citrus fruits, and apples could significantly promote healthier ageing. The research, conducted collaboratively by Edith Cowan University…
Is Your Heart Ageing Ahead of Schedule?
Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have developed a pioneering method to measure the ‘true age’ of the heart using MRI technology. Detailed in a published study, this…
Understanding the Cognitive Risks of Early Menopause
A team of researchers from the Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine and the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science has found that women who experience menopause before the age…