ADHD drug shows promise in treating some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease – new research
The search for a way to treat Alzheimer’s disease has puzzled scientists for decades. This may be why some researchers are shifting their focus slightly, investigating whether treating the systems affected by Alzheimer’s (as opposed to the causes) may better help them find a treatment.
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Headstands and vegetarianism: How Paul McCartney stays fit in old age
Paul McCartney is something of a fitness guru.
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A healthier heart can protect your brain too – 5 lifestyle changes to prevent dementia
When we think of dementia, we often fear a loss of control. But the reassuring news is up to 40% of dementias can be prevented or delayed if we change our health habits.
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A positive attitude to ageing can add 7.5 years to your life
Feeling frail, boring and irrelevant can result in a person dying much younger than if they have a positive outlook to ageing.
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Parkinson’s disease: bad dreams could be an early warning sign – new study
Developing frequent bad dreams or nightmares in older age could be an early warning sign of imminent Parkinson’s disease in otherwise healthy people.
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‘Masked’ cancer drug stealthily trains immune system to kill tumors while sparing healthy tissues, reducing treatment side effects
Many cancer treatments are notoriously savage on the body. Drugs often attack both healthy cells and tumor cells, causing a plethora of side effects.
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Owning a dog could extend your life, says study
Dog ownership could help improve your heart health according to a new study.
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Can science reveal the secrets to a long, happy life?
With life expectancy at record highs, quality of life is more important than ever. Science reveals that staying active and socially connected are just some of the secrets to a long, happy life.
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New Research: Short-sightedness is on the rise in both children and adults
We’ve known for years now that rates of short-sightedness (scientifically known as myopia) are rising globally. Some estimates even suggest that half of the world’s population will be short-sighted by 2050.
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‘Brain fog’ during menopause is real – it can disrupt women’s work and spark dementia fears
For nearly two-thirds of women, menopause comes with an undesirable change in memory.
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Why it’s still a scientific mystery how some can live past 100 – and how to crack it
A 35-year-old man only has a 1.5% chance of dying in the next ten years. But the same man at 75 has a 45% chance of dying before he reaches 85. Clearly, ageing is bad for our health.
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A grey area no more – can lack of stress un-grey your hair?
New research has revealed how a lack of stress can turn your hair un-grey.
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