Health news Chronic loneliness may be linked to higher risk of stroke A study found that chronically lonely older adults had a higher risk of stroke compared to those who reported minimal isolation 25/06/2024
Health news Sleep supplement melatonin may be linked to lower risk of vision loss Melatonin - an over-the-counter supplement to help people sleep - may decrease the risks of age-related eyesight loss, a US study showed. 07/06/2024
Lifestyle British man crowned world's oldest – and his secret is fish and chips The world’s oldest man officially claimed the title last week, and he had some surprising advice to share. 08/04/2024
Culture news World's oldest man dies two months before his 115th birthday Juan Vicente Pérez Mora credited his longevity to "working hard, resting on holidays, going to bed early, drinking a glass of aguardiente every day, loving God, and always carrying him in his heart." 04/04/2024
Health news Human brains are increasing in size. Could this reduce dementia risk? Several brain structures increased in volume between people born in the 1930s and people born in the 1970s which may reduce dementia risk. 03/04/2024
Health news Right-wing alliance derails obligatory check-up plans for driving licence renewal Conservative and centre-right lawmakers teamed up against an attempt to make health checks mandatory for the renewal of driving permits across the EU. 28/02/2024
Health news Charles III's cancer: What we know about monarch's past medical issues The announcement of the British king's cancer diagnosis has shocked many in the UK. Here's what we know about Charles III's health history. 06/02/2024
Health news People in rural areas and men more likely to suffer from hearing loss Why are people living in rural areas more likely to experience hearing loss? 25/01/2024
Health news Scientists identify protein that could help fight ageing Japanese scientists have identified a protein that could play a pivotal role in maintaining two subcellular structures linked to ageing and disease. 05/01/2024
Health news Alzheimer's drugs might get into the brain faster with new tool Scientists are using a technology called focused ultrasound to jiggle temporary openings in the blood-brain barrier. 05/01/2024
Health news Shared accommodation is helping to 'stimulate' Alzheimer's patients In France, people with Alzheimer's are trying out shared living in a home with dedicated help, providing them with security and stimulation. 13/11/2023
Health news ADHD could be linked to higher risk of dementia, study finds New research suggests that people with ADHD may be at increased risk of developing dementia later in life. 18/10/2023
World News WHO says Europe to face multiple challenges as population ages A new report by the World Health Organization says governments need to start investing in preventing poor health in old age now as Europe's population ages. 11/10/2023
Health news Four in five people with hypertension aren’t adequately treated - WHO Just one in five people with hypertension have controlled it, the World Health Organization said. 20/09/2023