23 h. ago Neurologist warns common sleep habit can ‘harm’ the brain and raise dementia risk

This habit is "literally messing with your brain's wiring," he warned

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3 d. ago Millions at risk of rapid brain aging as six common artificial sweeteners are linked to decline

A new study has found that even one can of diet soda may put younger people at greater risk for dementia later in life.

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5 d. ago Brits told to eat common fruit before bed to help you sleep better

What we eat coming up to bedtime can really affect the quality of the rest we have. Most of us know that too much sugar or caffeine before bed can make it hard to sleep but how about certain foods

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5 d. ago Neurologist warns three common supplements could be 'toxic' to the brain

A neurologist has issued a stark warning about the dangers of over-supplementing, highlighting three popular options.

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5 d. ago Neurologist warns three popular supplements could be 'toxic' to the brain

A neurologist has warned that some common supplements can be harmful to the brain if taken in excess.

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6 d. ago Experts pinpoint simple mindset switch which can reduce your chances of developing dementia

US researchers have found having a sense of purpose can lower your risk of developing dementia.

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6 d. ago Neurologist warns drug taken by millions 'could increase dementia chance by a third'

Research suggests the medication for stomach issues such as acid reflux could have a serious impact

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1 week ago 'Superfruit' found in most supermarkets hailed as helping to slash dementia risk

According to researchers, there is one specific fruit that could help dementia patients as it's been hailed as a 'superfruit' by experts - and it's commonly found in most supermarkets

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1 week ago UK households told to sleep with tennis balls taped to backs to tackle common problem

It might sound bizarre, but the advice is backed by the NHS

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1 week ago The common contraceptive that can raise your risk of a brain tumour: Ruth fears 'ticking timebomb' happened to her

Ruth Hart was putting on her make-up one morning in March 2021 before heading to work, when she noticed something odd.

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1 week ago This diet offsets the risk of dementia for genetically vulnerable adults, new study finds

Dementia affects more than six million Americans and leads to more than 100,000 deaths each year

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2 w. ago 'One in a million' tragedy sees brother die months after sister's diagnosis

The family were told that the chances were one-in-a-million that two siblings would both receive a brain tumour diagnosis, and they're now hoping to raise funds for others

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2 w. ago A hearing aid before the age of 70 can dramatically reduce risk of dementia, new research finds

Dementia affects more than 6 million Americans and leads to more than 100,000 deaths each year

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2 w. ago Experts discover Covid triggers condition linked to dementia

French researchers have found even mild infections of Covid can lead to vascular aging, especially in women.

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3 w. ago I ignored my itchy legs and common sleep complaint. Then doctors found something horrifying on a scan. I'd left it far too late

Mike, then 27, thought what he was suffering was harmless. But the CT scan revealed a horrifying illness. He had left it far too late.

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3 w. ago ‘Social apnoea’: sleep disorder could worsen at weekends, research suggests

Lifestyle factors such as drinking and smoking could contribute to increased severity of obstructive sleep apnoeaLetting your hair down at the weekend might be a well-known recipe for a hangover, but researchers say it might also increase the severity of a common sleep disorder.Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) involves complete pauses in breathing or partial reductions in airflow that arise because muscles in the back of the throat relax, causing the airways to narrow or close. It is more common in groups such as older people and people who are overweight or obese. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Stop drinking at this age to protect brain and memory, says dementia expert

The dementia expert has studied how lifestyle choices affect a person’s risk of developing the neurodegenerative condition

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3 w. ago Sign up for Alzheimer Scotland’s Memory Walk 2025 fundraiser

Event takes place on Sunday, September 7, and will raise vital funds to support dementia care, research and improvements in brain health.

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4 w. ago Ancient ritual of blowing into shell ‘could help with common sleep disorder’

Shankh blowing involves breathing in deeply before exhaling forcefully into a conch.

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