Other Cognitive Disorders

Risk factors for faster aging in the brain revealed in new study
March 28, 2024

Researchers have used data from UK Biobank participants to reveal that diabetes, traffic-related air pollution and alcohol intake are the most harmful out of 15 modifiable risk factors for dementia.
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Making long-term memories requires nerve-cell damage
March 28, 2024

Just as you can't make an omelet without breaking eggs, scientists have found that you can't make long-term memories without DNA damage and brain inflammation.
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Getting too little sleep linked to high blood pressure
March 27, 2024
Sleeping fewer than seven hours is associated with a higher risk of developing high blood pressure over time, according to a new study.
Social, environmental factors may raise risk of developing heart disease and stroke
March 27, 2024
Neighborhoods with more adversity have up to twice the increased risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a new study.
Study finds high prevalence of hidden brain changes in people with heart disease
March 27, 2024

A new analysis involving over 13,000 people has found changes to blood vessels in the brain that can increase the risk of stroke and dementia are common in people with a range of heart conditions, regardless of whether they have experienced a stroke.
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Study finds high prevalence of hidden brain changes in people with heart disease
March 26, 2024
A new analysis involving over 13,000 people has found changes to blood vessels in the brain that can increase the risk of stroke and dementia are common in people with a range of heart conditions, regardless of whether they have experienced a stroke.
Young adults with migraine, other nontraditional risk factors may have higher stroke risk
March 26, 2024
Nontraditional risk factors such as migraines are as important as traditional risk factors like high blood pressure for adults younger than ages 35-45, finds new study.
Human brains are getting larger: That may be good news for dementia risk
March 26, 2024

A new study has found human brains are getting bigger. The increased size may lead to a brain reserve, potentially reducing the risk of dementia.
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More exposure to artificial, bright, outdoor night-time light linked to higher stroke risk
March 26, 2024

Air pollution and night-time outdoor light each were associated with harmful effects on brain health, finds new study.
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More exposure to artificial, bright, outdoor night-time light linked to higher stroke risk
March 25, 2024
Air pollution and night-time outdoor light each were associated with harmful effects on brain health, finds new study.