Stressful experiences during middle age may be a risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s disease in later years

17 May 2024

The study’s findings, which suggest a potential link between stressful experiences in midlife or during childhood and a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and…

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Low oxygen during sleep and sleep apnea associated with epilepsy in older adults

11 May 2024

Sleep apnea and low oxygen levels during sleep are linked to epilepsy that first manifests after the age of 60, termed late-onset epilepsy, according to…

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A few cups of coffee daily may help prevent Parkinson’s disease in individuals at increased risk

10 May 2024

According to research by the National Neuroscience Institute, individuals with Asian gene variants associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD) who regularly consume tea or coffee have…

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Engaging in intellectually stimulating occupations could potentially offer protection against the onset of dementia in later stages of life

7 May 2024

A recent groundbreaking study, conducted by researchers from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, the Columbia Aging Center, and the Norwegian Institute of Public…

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Biomarkers in the middle-aged brain can forecast cognitive health in later years

25 April 2024

Researchers have suggested that the brain in middle age could offer insights into one’s cognitive health in later life, according to a review published on…

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Walking and reminiscing aid in enhancing brain health among older Black adults

24 April 2024

A groundbreaking research initiative by Oregon Health & Science University, which actively involves older Black adults in walking and sharing memories within historically Black neighbourhoods…

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Prolonged musculoskeletal pain could hasten the ageing of the brain

21 April 2024

In research outlined in Nature Mental Health, teams from China and the United States have discovered that individuals experiencing chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) may be…

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Sex-specific blood biomarkers associated with memory alterations in middle-aged adults: The Framingham Heart Study

16 April 2024

Dementia is a collection of symptoms characterized by a deterioration in cognitive functions such as memory, language, reasoning, and the ability to perform daily activities.…

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A smartphone self-assessment for memory can detect initial indicators of Alzheimer’s disease

11 April 2024

The development of smartphone-based memory assessments, which have shown promise in identifying “mild cognitive impairment” (MCI), a precursor to Alzheimer’s disease, is a testament to…

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Impoverished areas associated with increased risk of dementia and accelerated brain ageing

5 April 2024

Residing in less affluent areas is associated with both quicker brain ageing and a heightened risk of developing dementia early in life, irrespective of an…

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Mediterranean diet linked to reduced dementia risk

1 April 2024

A study suggests that adhering to a diet reminiscent of the traditional Mediterranean style, which includes an abundance of seafood, fruits, and nuts, could potentially…

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Scientists identify the root cause of ‘brain fog’ associated with Long COVID

26 March 2024

A collaboration between researchers at Trinity College Dublin and FutureNeuro has led to a groundbreaking revelation that sheds light on the phenomenon of brain fog…

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