Articles by David Nield
Among its numerous health benefits, physical activity reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. A new study on mice now dives into the specific mechanisms and proteins that allow exercise t�...
Plastic pollution is seeping into the Earth, into wildlife, and into our bodies, and a new research review suggests tiny microplastics and nanoplastics could be disrupting some of the brain processes�...
To consolidate memories, our brains replay them during periods of rest as a kind of 'replay mode'. A new mouse study suggests that disruptions to this process could contribute to the memory loss that�...
Scientists have attempted to put a number on how many dementia cases could be caused by insomnia each year and their figure is similar to the population of a mid-sized US city.
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After a decade of work, researchers are closer than ever to a key breakthrough in kidney transplants: being able to transfer kidneys from donors with different blood types than the recipients, which �...
A common bacterium usually found in the respiratory system appears to be linked to cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease when it's present in the retina.
Chlamydia pneumoniae often responsible f�...
Yawning has an unusual and unexpected effect on the flow of fluid protecting the brain, a recent study reveals, though it's not yet clear what the impact of this shift might be.
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Putting aside the risk of an early grave by accident or injury, your genes may have a much greater impact on your lifespan than previously thought, according to an unparalleled study of twin data.
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Screening for heart attack risk should be happening earlier for men, according to a new study that found the risk of cardiovascular disease starts climbing when men are in their mid-30s significantly�...
A study led by researchers at the University of Camerino in Italy found that the fatty insulation protecting neurons can be harmed when we go without sleep, compromising our mental processing.
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