Research highlights limits of lecture-based learning for older adults
Learning later in life is not only possible but also plays an important role in maintaining a good quality of life. Continued education has been linked to better memory, improved…
Workout-triggered protein restores strength to ageing muscles and bones
The adage “Exercise is good for your health” is widely accepted, yet few people can explain with precision the biological mechanisms that underpin this truth. A groundbreaking discovery by a…
Regular Physical Activity Could Help Preserve Cognitive Function
Physical activity has long been recognised as a key component of overall health and wellbeing. Still, new research from the University of Georgia (UGA) sheds light on a more specific…
Emerging Study Reveals Hidden Contributions of Nieces and Nephews in Dementia Care
A recent Virginia Tech study has drawn attention to the important yet often unrecognised role that nieces and nephews play in caring for ageing relatives living with dementia. Published in…
Neighbourhood Environment Linked to Inflammation and Early Signs of Dementia
A recent study, published on June 25, 2025, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, has drawn attention to the possible connection between neighbourhood disadvantage and…
Cannabis Consumption Associated with Twice the Risk of Fatal Cardiovascular Disease
Cannabis use has been found to significantly increase the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a newly published meta-analysis in the journal Heart. The study reports that individuals…
Scientists Uncover Potential of Caffeine to Delay Cell Ageing
A recent study from the Cellular Ageing and Senescence Laboratory at Queen Mary University of London has shed new light on a surprising role for caffeine beyond its well-known effects…
Scientists uncover muscle ‘command hub’ – potential breakthrough for improved healing in older adults
When a hurricane tears through a house, the first step in recovery is to remove the wreckage before any rebuilding can begin. A similar process occurs within our muscles after…
Research Finds No Link Between Loneliness and Increased Risk of Death
For decades, loneliness has been portrayed as a dire threat to health, with some reports equating its dangers to smoking fifteen cigarettes a day. Influential voices, including the U.S. Surgeon…
Associations Between Gut Microbiota, Food Insecurity, and Cognitive Decline Risk in Adults
A recent study, partially led by researchers at Mount Sinai, has unveiled a significant relationship between the composition of the gut microbiome and the risk of cognitive impairment (RCI) in…
Virtual Reality May Aid Stroke Survivors in Restoring Mobility
A newly updated Cochrane review has concluded that virtual reality (VR) used in conjunction with conventional stroke rehabilitation may support patients in regaining arm movement. The findings suggest that VR…
Association Between Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Mortality Among Middle-Aged Women
A forthcoming study to be presented at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting reveals a significant association between excessive daytime sleepiness and elevated all-cause mortality among middle-aged women. The research highlights…
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…