Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain

2 May 2026

Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life, according to new research from the University of Michigan. The…

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Blood-Based Test Could Guide More Precise Breast Cancer Therapy for Older Women

1 May 2026

For women aged 70 and older diagnosed with a common form of breast cancer, identifying the most appropriate level of treatment remains a persistent challenge.…

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Chronic Stress and Cancer Progression

30 April 2026

Stress is a constant companion in the oncologist’s office. It emerges at diagnosis, intensifies throughout treatment, and often lingers even after therapy has formally ended.…

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Research in Sweden Reveals Subtle Complexities in Japanese Ageing

29 April 2026

Although people in Japan are known for their longevity, longer life does not automatically equate to better health compared with other populations. New research from…

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Financial Instability Associated with Faster Cognitive Decline in Older Populations

27 April 2026

Worsening financial well-being in midlife and later life—particularly when it declines over time—is linked to poorer memory performance and a faster pace of cognitive decline,…

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Serious COVID-19 and Flu Infections Could Trigger Lung Cancer Years Later, Researchers Say

18 April 2026

Severe COVID-19 and influenza infections may leave lasting damage in the lungs that increases the risk of lung cancer months or even years later. New…

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Examining the Effects of Sleep Aids on Insomnia in Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

11 April 2026

Obstructive sleep apnoea is a common condition where a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep because the airway becomes blocked. These pauses in…

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Newly developed tool assists Parkinson’s patients in making decisions about deep brain stimulation

10 April 2026

Deciding whether and when to pursue deep brain stimulation (DBS) can feel overwhelming for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Although DBS is widely recognised as…

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Fall Prevention Clinics: A Smart Investment in Older Adult Health

1 April 2026

Falls remain one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalisation among older adults, creating considerable pressure on individuals, families, and the health-care system. Beyond…

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Researchers find gut health supplement may help relieve arthritis pain

30 March 2026

A new study has found that a prebiotic fibre supplement can reduce pain, enhance grip strength, and lower pain sensitivity in people living with knee…

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New Perspective Positions Buildings as Critical to Health Determinants

27 March 2026

As populations continue to age, growing attention is being directed towards the institutional environments where many older adults live, including nursing homes and long-term care…

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Clinical pilot study shows potential of low-dose lithium in slowing verbal memory loss

24 March 2026

Lithium, a treatment long used for bipolar disorder, may offer neuroprotective effects that extend beyond mood stabilisation. An exploratory clinical trial conducted by the University…

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