Walking and reminiscing aid in enhancing brain health among older Black adults
A groundbreaking research initiative by Oregon Health & Science University, which actively involves older Black adults in walking and sharing memories within historically Black neighbourhoods of Portland – areas significantly…
Exploring B Vitamin Therapy for Managing the Gut-Brain Axis in Parkinson’s Disease
A recent study led by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan has revealed a significant link between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers found that individuals with…
Chronic hypertension prevalence doubled during pregnancy in the U.S. from 2007 to 2021
The incidence of chronic hypertension in pregnancy in the United States doubled between 2007 and 2021, yet only around 60% of those affected received treatment with antihypertensive drugs, according to…
Cranberry Extracts Enhance Microbiota Health and Combat Cardiometabolic Diseases
Cranberry extracts have shown promising effects in improving intestinal microbiota and preventing chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, according to a study by Université Laval and the Institute…
Financial Instability’s Impact on Cognitive Health Among Black Americans
Recent research reveals significant disparities in financial stability between Black and white Americans during midlife, which may have profound implications for cognitive health in later years. Led by Chioun Lee,…
The Persistent Cycle of Protein Aggregation in Alzheimer’s Disease and Ageing
The aggregation of insoluble proteins in the brain is a well-established hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease and various other neurodegenerative conditions, as well as a natural consequence of ageing. While traditional…
High Risk of Kidney Complications Found in Hospitalized Older Adults with Heart Failure
Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding Mass General Brigham healthcare system member, have uncovered significant links between heart failure and kidney disease, prompting innovative approaches to integrate care…
Artificial Intelligence Health Coaching Reduces Blood Pressure and Enhances Patient Engagement in Hypertension Management
A recent study published in JMIR Cardio by JMIR Publications demonstrates the efficacy of a fully digital, AI-driven lifestyle coaching programme in reducing blood pressure (BP) among adults with hypertension.…
Cleveland Clinic study finds connection between elevated niacin levels and heart disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering a novel pathway implicated in cardiovascular disease associated with elevated levels of niacin, a common B vitamin traditionally used to lower…
Health Impacts of Transient Social Isolation
A recent urgent investigation led by researchers from the Penn State College of Health and Human Development and the Center for Healthy Aging has brought to light the intricate relationship…
Impact of Distance and Socioeconomic Status on Survival Rates in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease
In a recent study led by the University of East Anglia, researchers discovered significant disparities in the outcomes of patients with pulmonary fibrosis based on their socioeconomic status and proximity…
Evening Aerobic Exercise Offers Greater Benefits to Elderly Individuals with Hypertension
Recent groundbreaking research at the University of São Paulo’s School of Physical Education and Sports (EEFE-USP) in Brazil has illuminated the optimal timing of aerobic exercise for elderly individuals managing…
Early-Onset Diabetes Linked to Higher Risk of Neurodegenerative Conditions in Later Life
A recent investigation by researchers at the Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity and Diabetes (LEAD) Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reveals troubling findings regarding young people diagnosed…
Lack of Improvement by Donepezil in Chemotherapy-Related Cognitive Impairment
Many breast cancer survivors experience cancer-related cognitive impairment following chemotherapy, with varying rates and severity. To explore potential treatments for this condition, researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine…
Fans Alone Won’t Defeat the Heat!
As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of heat waves, the search for safe and accessible cooling methods, especially for vulnerable populations like older adults, becomes increasingly urgent. While…
Link Between Thiamine Intake and Mental Sharpness: Understanding the J-shaped Curve
Recent research published in the open-access journal General Psychiatry indicates a notable relationship between dietary thiamine (vitamin B1) and cognitive function among cognitively healthy older adults. Based on data from…