November 6 Higher stroke risk linked to consuming certain amount of alcohol, study finds Heavy drinking is linked to strokes 11 years earlier than light drinkers, new study reveals. Three drinks daily may accelerate brain damage significantly, according to researchers.
November 5 Alzheimer’s decline could slow dramatically with one simple daily habit, study finds A new study reveals that walking just 3,000 to 7,500 steps daily may delay Alzheimer's cognitive decline by up to seven years for at-risk adults.
November 3 Brain health warning sign could be hiding in plain sight, say researchers A USC study reveals that blood pressure fluctuations between heartbeats may harm brain health even when overall readings are normal, potentially affecting memory in older adults.
November 1 Iowa State player carted off, hospitalized after collapsing on field from brutal hit Iowa State tight end Benjamin Brahmer was hospitalized after collapsing on the field following a big hit during a loss to Arizona State.
November 1 Listening to music after 70 may cut dementia risk by nearly 40%, new study suggests A new study revealed music lovers over 70 have a 39% lower dementia risk, and playing instruments cuts their risk by 35%, suggesting simple lifestyle changes could protect brain health.
October 30 Alzheimer’s pill could reduce brain decline in some high-risk patients, trial suggests The experimental pill ALZ-801 slowed memory decline by 50% and reduced brain shrinkage in early Alzheimer's patients with APOE4 gene in phase 3 trial.
October 28 Biblical studies student illegally in U.S. allegedly stabs two teens with metal fork, slaps woman on flight A 28-year-old Indian national was arrested after a violent outburst on a Lufthansa plane forced an emergency landing in Boston, prosecutors say.
October 25 Kim Kardashian’s brain aneurysm scare: Doctors reveal warning signs to never ignore Kim Kardashian reveals her doctors found a brain aneurysm during an MRI scan. A neurosurgery expert shares what to know about causes, symptoms and treatment options.
October 25 Scientists uncover how some 80-year-olds have the memory of 50-year-olds A groundbreaking Northwestern study shows how “SuperAgers" keep the memory abilities of people decades younger, uncovering unique brain traits that help defend against Alzheimer’s disease.
October 24 7 key behaviors that could shield your brain from Parkinson’s disease Specialists say certain lifestyle habits may reduce the likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease — including staying physically active and following a diet that nourishes the brain.