Health Care
Post-Pandemic Decline in U.S. Nursing Home Capacity Hits Rural Areas Hardest
Despite the steady ageing of the U.S. population, the nation’s nursing home system has been contracting since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. New research published this week shows that…
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The Hidden Cost of Age Anxiety: Faster Ageing in Women
Anxiety about getting older, especially fears centred on declining health, may extend beyond the mind…
Protecting Brain Health: The Impact of Virgin Olive Oil on the Gut Microbiota
Virgin olive oil is widely regarded as a central component of the Mediterranean diet and…
Continuous Cognitive Activity Throughout Life Tied to Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study published on February 11, 2026, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the…
Researchers uncover a promising new drug target for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists at Indiana University School of Medicine have uncovered a promising new therapeutic target for…
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Long-term mortality outcomes of natural disasters in ageing populations
Severe weather events can have enduring effects on the health and survival of older adults, particularly those who are already…
A next-generation platform designed to guarantee ethical and equitable AI use in healthcare
Researchers have created a pioneering platform that enables commercial artificial intelligence systems to be tested head-to-head under real clinical conditions,…