For most people the biggest risk factors for dementia are ageing and genes. But according to Dr Richard Restak, a clinical professor of neurology at George Washington University, risk factors for the condition may be noticeable much earlier than people think. In his recently published book How To Prevent Dementia, Dr Restak said: “Experiencing the … Read more
King Charles is being treated for an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace announced last week. The condition, which is common in men aged over 50, is not cancer and not usually a serious threat to health. The announcement came the same day as the news Kate, Princess of Wales was in hospital after undergoing abdominal surgery. … Read more
Heart disease death hotspots across the UK have been revealed based on new data. Two tables below show areas with the highest and lowest death rates from heart disease in the country. It comes as an expert has revealed to Express.co.uk that the most deprived parts of England are hit the hardest. New data from … Read more
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed the five best ways to tackle a serious health problem which can pave the way to an array of problems – inflammation. The doctor warned that inflammation can trigger many serious chronic conditions including heart disease, strokes, diabetes, dementia and pain in the body. The health guru explained that inflammation … Read more
As people start to age, alcohol has more of a long-term effect on health and wellbeing. One expert has suggested it may be wise to remove alcohol from your diet completely to prevent the development of dementia. There is evidence to show excessive alcohol consumption increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. The Alzheimer’s Society … Read more
Express.co.uk recently spoke with Walt “Wally” Versen, Queen’s Head of Security during their US tours of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Fans will know him for being the strapping young man who famously dressed up as Darth Vader, carrying Freddie Mercury on his shoulders for a rendition of We Will Rock You during concerts. … Read more
The American Cancer Society’s recently released annual report predicts a record-breaking number of cancer diagnoses in the US this year. Surprisingly, while the incidence is set to surpass two million cases, there is a positive trend as fewer individuals are dying of the disease. Dr. William Dahut, Chief Scientific Officer at the ACS, noted a … Read more
A dementia expert has revealed the exact age at which people should stop drinking alcohol. Dr Richard Restak, in his new book ‘The Complete Guide to Memory’, describes alcohol as a “direct neurotoxin” and urges people to reconsider their relationship with drink. From the age of 65, Dr Restak suggests that alcohol should be completely … Read more
Dementia is an upsetting and life-changing diagnosis for both the affected person and their family. It is a syndrome, or a group of symptoms, associated with the progressive decline of the brain. As a result it typically affects memory and behaviour, and even mobility over time. Many of us are aware of these more common … Read more
A dentist shared some advice most people might be overlooking when brushing their teeth, leading to potential issues. Dr Jonny Stevens, a dentist at Stevens Dental & Ordo, emphasised the importance of looking in the mirror when brushing to ensure an optimal oral hygiene. He admitted to have been horrified at the number of people … Read more
