19 h. ago Alzheimer's risk can be lowered by doing three things to protect your nose

A new study has warned that picking your nose could increase the risk of micro-organisms entering your body - and that could raise the risk of you developing Alzheimer's disease

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9 d. ago Shock study shows marriage is linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Staying single or divorcing could lower your odds of getting dementia

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9 d. ago Are you using the correct pillow for your body type? These are the 6 biggest pillow mistakes according to a sleep expert

According to Lisa Artis, deputy CEO of The Sleep Charity, poor pillow habits aren't just uncomfortable - they can trigger allergies, mess with spinal alignment and leave you tossing and turning all night.

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1 week ago More people aged 65+ are trying out cannabis. Here’s what to know about the risks and benefits

US adults in the age group are using cannabis to treat pain and poor sleep – and they’re a fast-growing marketPolls suggest Americans aged 65 and older are trying cannabis for the first time more than any other group in the country. This trend is propelled by decreased stigma and increased legalization, with 24 states and the District of Columbia allowing recreational use (in the UK, recreational use is still illegal).But there’s something else too. Getting older comes with its challenges, physically and emotionally. Some people are betting on cannabis as a way to navigate these hurdles. Research indicates older adults primarily use cannabis for health-related issues, like poor sleep, pain and mental health concerns such as anxiety. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Sancho rescues point against Ipswich but Chelsea lose ground in top

As Ipswich reflected on another missed opportunity to keep alive their slim hopes of staying up, Chelsea struggled to make sense of their emotions after slipping to a draw that leaves their push for Champions League qualification in increasing peril.There could be no complaints about the quality of entertainment during a breathless finale. In danger of being humiliated when they trailed 2-0 at half-time, Chelsea roared back during the second half and were level when Jadon Sancho scored for the first time since December. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Scientists 'surprised' by new study on whether Alzheimer's risk comes from mother or father

New research has revealed whether mum or dad could carry the biggest Alzheimer's risk

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3 w. ago Got a parent with Alzheimer's? Study reveals whether mum or dad carries the biggest risk for you

Canadian scientists say these children may be at higher risk of Alzheimer's because they are more prone to one toxic protein, tau, spreading in the brain.

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4 w. ago The vaccine that can dramatically reduce your risk of dementia

The readily available vaccine can cut the risk by 20 per cent

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4 w. ago Poor sleep quality could 'increase the risk' of Alzheimer's, new study shows

A link has been found between neuroactivity during sleep and brain atrophy in areas vulnerable to the degenerative disease.

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