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Researchers discover toxic protein buildup in cats’ brains, drawing parallels with human Alzheimer’s

Did you know that cats can develop dementia, too? Researchers find striking similarities with Alzheimer’s in humans

November 22, 2025 12:30 pm

In the early stages of feline dementia, you might see subtle changes in your cat

‘No weakness. No speech loss. No facial droop’: Neurosurgeon explains the dangers of silent strokes that strike healthy people without warning

November 04, 2025 5:56 pm

Dr Dhruv Chaturvedi mentions, “Silent strokes, as the name suggests, often occur without clear warning signs”

Can learning to write with both hands boost your creativity?

August 31, 2025 3:31 pm

Ambidexterity training encourages unconventional viewpoints and opens up new paths for artistic expression

Emma Heming on not living with Bruce Willis for the sake of their children after dementia diagnosis

Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming reveals the ‘hardest decision’ she had to make after his dementia diagnosis: ‘He would want that for our daughters’; how family can offer support

August 29, 2025 5:02 pm

Bruce’s family had publicly revealed his diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, a condition that affects behaviour, language, and personality.

Adopting key habits can significantly reduce your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, stroke and dementia, while also boosting energy, focus and well-being as you age

I am a neurologist, these are my 'top 10 lifestyle and dietary tips to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and promote healthy longevity'

July 14, 2025 4:32 pm

The key is to integrate these habits into existing routines rather than viewing them as additional tasks.

Try identifying which shape is 'bouba' and 'kiki' by looking at the picture (answer inside)

December 09, 2024 5:00 pm

What does this phenomenon reveal about the way humans process information?

What links aging and disease? A growing body of research says it’s a faulty metabolism

August 25, 2024 11:26 am

The effects of neurological disorders and metabolic decline weigh heavily on individuals, families and the economy.

Taking a moment to challenge our brains with a brain teaser can feel like a welcome mental respite, puzzles

Try solving this brain teaser, and learn about the many benefits of regularly doing puzzles

August 16, 2024 6:36 pm

Brain teasers present unique challenges that require creative problem-solving and critical thinking.

Study on MIND diet for cognitive improvement in older persons gives mixed results

August 09, 2023 1:39 pm

According to clinical psychologist Aishwarya Raj, more research is needed to fully understand long-term effects and mechanisms

Cognitive flexibility is essential to navigating a changing world – new research in mice shows how your brain learns new rules

May 01, 2023 11:01 am

Whether you run into a new construction site and have to reroute your commute or download a new streaming app and have to relearn how to find your favourite show, changing familiar behaviours in response to new situations is an essential skill