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Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug donanemab approved in India, but neurologists flag cost, access barriersA new drug for Alzheimer's, donanemab, has arrived in India. It aims to slow the disease's progression by clearing brain plaques. While off...
Your phone is making you older: One day your reels addiction may lead to panic disorder, poor digestion & permanent sleep damageIndians spent a staggering 1.1 trillion hours on smartphones in 2024, with 70% on social media and gaming. This excessive screen time, part...
What you eat in your 40s may determine how your brain would function later in life: StudyWhat you eat in your 40s impacts your memory in your 80s. A study shows diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish boost brai...
Delhi air damaging your brain? Study shows it’s not just your lungs at risk, your brain may be suffering irreversible damageToxic air in Delhi is harming more than just lungs. New research shows long-term exposure to fine particulate matter, PM2.5, significantly ...
Toxic smog may be eroding brain health, worsening Dementia: StudyDelhi's air pollution poses a threat to the brain health of older adults. High levels of PM2.5 are linked to increased risk of dementia and...
Cancer, heart disease, stroke-linked deaths are declining globally but there is warning about other diseases. Here's what research study revealsDeaths from dementia, other neuropsychiatric conditions including alcohol use disorder, and some other cancers like pancreatic and liver ha...
Women face higher risk of cognitive decline from polluting cooking fuels: IISc brain scan studyA study by the Indian Institute of Science reveals a concerning link. Women using polluting cooking fuels face higher cognitive impairment ...
Niti brainstorms to prepare national brain health blueprintNiti Aayog is developing a plan to improve brain health, detect cognitive disorders early, and prevent neurological diseases like Alzheimer...
Viagra may improve brain functions, prevent dementia: Oxford StudySildenafil, known as Viagra, may help prevent memory-related problems by improving cerebral blood flow and blood vessel function, reducing ...
Dementia symptoms, treatment: Frequent coffee, loneliness, attending concert raise risks. Check full list of factorsThere are some habits which increase the chances of developing dementia. Some of these are surprising.
Study reveals plant-based diet may reduce risk of Alzheimer's diseaseThe research identifies dietary factors influencing Alzheimer's risk, highlighting the adverse effects of saturated fats, red and processed...
World Alzheimer’s Day: Learn about the cognitive condition that affects 8.8 mn elderly in IndiaAlzheimer’s mostly occurs in aged people over 60. Early onset Alzheimer’s affecting those below the age of 50, is rare.
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World Alzheimer’s Day: 45 mins of daily exercise, 7-8 hrs of sleep, protein-rich diet can keep disease at bayAir pollution and other environmental factors can also speed up the onset of Azhiemer’s disease.
World Alzheimer's Day: Poor sleep hygiene can hurt brain health; taking up hobbies, exercising daily may helpFactors like late life depression can also contribute to onset of Alzheimer's.
Dealing with Dementia: A disease that affects memory, thinking and judgementIndia has the second highest number of individuals suffering from dementia, at an estimated 4.1million. The figure is expected to double by...
Kris Gopalakrishnan explains how brain research can help India's ageing populationThe former Infosys CEO seeks to put his vast business knowledge to great use in his second avatar.
Losing too many kilos? Being underweight may increase risk of dementiaIndia tops the global chart in being underweight and is home to over 40% of the world’s underweight population.
Consuming a handful of walnuts daily may help fight Alzheimer'sOne in 10 people over the age of 65 suffers from Alzheimer's.
Consuming traditional diet reduces Alzheimer's riskThe consumption of traditional diet having lower meat content cuts Alzheimer's disease risk, revealed a study.