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Vaccination Campaign Launched In Bangladesh Amid Measles Outbreak: What Is The MMR Vaccine? All You Need To Know
Measles is a contagious illness that is caused by a virus. It causes rash and flu-like symptoms, however, it is not just a rash. The illness can cause severe illness and lead to life-threatening complications like brain inflammation and pneumonia.
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Physical, Social Factors May Together Account For Up To 9 Times Higher Risk Of Faster Brain Ageing: Study
Researchers from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Ireland's Trinity College Dublin said the structural changes in the brain are consistent with mechanisms such as neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and vascular dysfunction.
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Beyond Medication: How Surgical Interventions For Parkinson's Disease Are Improving Quality Of Life
Parkinson's disease affects 8.5 million globally and poses a significant global disease burden. Dr Vinit Banga, a neurologist, explains how surgical interventions are improving the quality of life beyond medications for Parkinson's patients.
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Study Finds Smoking Weed And Tobacco Accelerates Brain Shrinkage
Research finds cannabis and tobacco use linked to increased brain volume loss and emotional disruption.
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This Unique Diet Slows Brain Ageing By More Than 2 Years: Study
The study found that people whose eating habits most closely resembled the MIND diet had structurally healthier brains. In fact, sticking closely to these dietary principles was linked to brain changes equivalent to slowing down brain ageing by 2.5 y
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How Fast Do You Walk? The 1-Minute Gait Test That Reveals Your True Biological Age
Have you ever wondered if the exact speed of your walk could be used to assess your real biological age? There is an established 1-minute gait test that you can perform yourself to figure out if your gait speed falls in the right category.
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Movement And Sleep Patterns In Midlife Can Help Predict Lifespan, Finds Study
The research monitored 81 killifish from early adulthood to death using automated camera systems. These short-lived fish, with lifespans of 4-8 months, share brain complexity with humans, making them ideal for ageing studies.
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Recovery Is Not Linear: The Overlooked Realities Of Stroke And Brain Injury
Studies suggest that nearly 15-30% of stroke survivors are left living with severe, long-term disabilities, making the recovery journey not just medically complex, but deeply personal.
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You Might Skip Alcohol, But These 8 Habits Are Still Ageing You Faster
Prolonged sitting without exercise can accelerate ageing and increase mortality risks similar to smoking or obesity.
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Exercise Snacking Explained: The Fitness Trend Made For Busy People
Exercise snacking involves short bursts of activity throughout the day to combat sedentary lifestyles and improve health.
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Vaccination Campaign Launched In Bangladesh Amid Measles Outbreak: What Is The MMR Vaccine? All You Need To Know
Measles is a contagious illness that is caused by a virus. It causes rash and flu-like symptoms, however, it is not just a rash. The illness can cause severe illness and lead to life-threatening complications like brain inflammation and pneumonia.
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Physical, Social Factors May Together Account For Up To 9 Times Higher Risk Of Faster Brain Ageing: Study
Researchers from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Ireland's Trinity College Dublin said the structural changes in the brain are consistent with mechanisms such as neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and vascular dysfunction.
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Beyond Medication: How Surgical Interventions For Parkinson's Disease Are Improving Quality Of Life
Parkinson's disease affects 8.5 million globally and poses a significant global disease burden. Dr Vinit Banga, a neurologist, explains how surgical interventions are improving the quality of life beyond medications for Parkinson's patients.
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Study Finds Smoking Weed And Tobacco Accelerates Brain Shrinkage
Research finds cannabis and tobacco use linked to increased brain volume loss and emotional disruption.
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This Unique Diet Slows Brain Ageing By More Than 2 Years: Study
The study found that people whose eating habits most closely resembled the MIND diet had structurally healthier brains. In fact, sticking closely to these dietary principles was linked to brain changes equivalent to slowing down brain ageing by 2.5 y
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How Fast Do You Walk? The 1-Minute Gait Test That Reveals Your True Biological Age
Have you ever wondered if the exact speed of your walk could be used to assess your real biological age? There is an established 1-minute gait test that you can perform yourself to figure out if your gait speed falls in the right category.
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Movement And Sleep Patterns In Midlife Can Help Predict Lifespan, Finds Study
The research monitored 81 killifish from early adulthood to death using automated camera systems. These short-lived fish, with lifespans of 4-8 months, share brain complexity with humans, making them ideal for ageing studies.
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Recovery Is Not Linear: The Overlooked Realities Of Stroke And Brain Injury
Studies suggest that nearly 15-30% of stroke survivors are left living with severe, long-term disabilities, making the recovery journey not just medically complex, but deeply personal.
-
You Might Skip Alcohol, But These 8 Habits Are Still Ageing You Faster
Prolonged sitting without exercise can accelerate ageing and increase mortality risks similar to smoking or obesity.
-
Exercise Snacking Explained: The Fitness Trend Made For Busy People
Exercise snacking involves short bursts of activity throughout the day to combat sedentary lifestyles and improve health.
