Memory for “where” plays an important role in everyday life — where we left our keys, where we had dinner last night, where we first met a friend. Yet spatial memory — the ability to retain information about locations — is among the first cognitive functions to decline with age. A reduction in this ability…
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have found that people who change jobs are more likely to experience symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and insomnia, according to an online survey of nearly 20,000 people in Japan. The study’s results were published in the Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine. While changing jobs can offer a…
Spanish woman Maria Branyas passed away last year at the age of 117. Analysis of her genome revealed that her biological age was significantly younger than her chronological age. Experts have long been interested in super-longevity—people who live to at least 110 years old—because understanding the secrets behind it could hold the key to healthy…
Researchers warn that global kidney cancer cases could double by 2050. According to the latest analysis, an estimated 435,000 new cases of kidney cancer and 156,000 related deaths occurred in 2022. If current trends continue, the number of cases is expected to rise significantly by mid-century. The study’s findings were published in the medical journal…
A large new study in the UK has found that a nutrient-rich diet can boost happiness and a sense of purpose in old age, though its effects are closely tied to mood, overall health, and income level. The study’s findings were published in the British Journal of Health Psychology. Scientists analyzed whether people over 50…
To stay energized throughout the day, drink a glass of water before your morning coffee. In addition, avoid drinking coffee immediately after waking up and refrain from adding milk or sugar, explained endocrinologist Francisco Rosero in an interview with 20minutos. “During sleep, the body goes without water for several hours, which is why many people…
Each year, thousands of babies are born with rare but serious medical conditions that may not be visible at birth. But thanks to newborn screening, many of these conditions can be detected early—often before symptoms appear—giving babies the best possible start in life. What Is Newborn Screening? Newborn screening is a routine process that takes place shortly after…
Researchers at The Jackson Laboratory in Connecticut have developed a promising antibody ‘cocktail’ that could form the basis of a universal therapy against the influenza A virus (IAV). This family of viruses causes regular seasonal epidemics and is linked to the risk of pandemics, particularly when bird flu strains spread. The findings of the study…
Breathing is something most of us take for granted—until it becomes difficult. Our respiratory system plays a vital role in keeping us alive and well, delivering oxygen to every cell in the body and removing carbon dioxide. When our lungs and airways are functioning properly, we have the energy to think clearly, move easily, and…
A new study by scientists at Northeastern University examined this question and found a correlation between low body fat and high levels of aerobic fitness, as well as reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression in children. The study, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, began in 2019 and continued until 2023. The research team…
