What happens to your blood sugar after a meal might have a bigger effect on your brain health in later life than many people realise. Scientists at the University of Liverpool have found that sharp rises in glucose levels following meals are linked... (Audio Available – 639 words – 3 minute read time)
A new study suggests that menopause may cause a notable loss of grey matter in certain brain areas, potentially contributing to why women are at higher risk of dementia compared with men. Researchers from the University of Cambridge... (Audio Available – 429 words – 2 minute read time)
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A new and unique study is exploring a simple finger prick blood test that could revolutionise the way Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed, making it quicker and less invasive for millions of people. Known as the Bio-Hermes-002 trial... (Audio Available – 423 words – 2 minute read time)
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A new study reveals that a weaker or more irregular body clock in older adults could indicate a higher risk of developing dementia, with researchers finding that those whose daily rest and activity patterns were... (Audio available – 612 words – 3 minute read time)
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Researchers from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have discovered that blockages in the brain's waste clearance system, visible as enlarged perivascular spaces on standard MRI scans, appear to signal... (Audio available – 584 words – 3 minute read time)
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