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Night waking disrupts cognitive functioning regardless of how long one sleeps
For many years, guidance around healthy sleep has centred on the number of hours spent asleep each night. However, emerging evidence suggests that for older adults, how well they sleep…
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The Moving Body, the Hydraulic Brain: Exploring Fluid Shifts in the Brain
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously understood, according to new…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
Mediterranean-style eating could strengthen mitochondrial pathways supporting cardiovascular and cognitive health
A new study from researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology suggests that…
The Brain’s Internal Compass Stability May Hold the Key to Memory Longevity
A discovery by McGill University researchers sheds light on how memories can endure over time,…
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Research Reveals Improved Sleep Linked to Reduced Loneliness
A study slated for presentation at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting has revealed significant findings on the correlation between improved…
Public Health Initiatives Aimed at Reducing Dementia Risk Could Potentially Save the UK Economy Up to £4 Billion
Public health interventions aimed at reducing dementia risk factors could potentially save up to £4 billion in England by lowering…
Alcohol Consumption in Elderly Doubles Risk of Brain Hemorrhage Due to Falls
Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults across the United States, also topping…
Recent Research Emphasises Worldwide Inequalities in Mobility Restrictions and Utilisation of Assistive Technologies
A recent investigation involving over 175,000 individuals across 25 nations has revealed that people in low—and middle-income countries encounter more…
Urban Parks and Waterways Associated with Reduced Coronary Artery Calcification
Access to urban green and blue spaces significantly reduces the likelihood of coronary artery calcification among middle-aged individuals, serving as…
Adapting homes for stroke survivors enhances safety and prolongs autonomy
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States experiences a stroke, during which the brain's blood supply is interrupted. For…
Unmanaged Hypertension: The Classic ‘Silent Killer’ Continues to Threaten
In both the United States and across the globe, cardiovascular disease stands as the primary preventable cause of premature mortality…
City Gardening Could Enhance Health: Study Finds Microbial Contact Enhances Immune Function
A collaborative study involving the University of Helsinki, Natural Resources Institute Finland, and Tampere University has revealed significant health benefits…