Scientists could be one step closer to discovering the Fountain of Youth after a drug extended the healthy lifespan of mice by a quarter. Ageing rodents were injected with a drug that blocked the effects of a protein called interleukin 11 (IL-11) in the body. The treatment reduced deaths from cancer and diseases caused by … Read more
(NewsNation) — When it’s time for a parent to give up driving, or they can no longer live on their own, how do you break that news? With empathy and positivity, according to one expert. “The most important things are, first of all, to be empathetic,” said Dr. Gail Saltz, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry … Read more
As temperatures soar in the UK many people are looking forward to soaking up some sun and enjoying the hot weather. However, for some the increase in temperatures can prove dangerous, with certain groups of people especially vulnerable. Health experts have warned that people living with dementia could be one such group. This means almost … Read more
Tests will include blood pressure, heart health, mobility and malnutrition checks (Image: Getty) Older people who end up in A&E will be offered “health MOTs” to ensure they get the right care and reduce their risk of hospital admissions. Extra checks are being rolled out for patients over the age of 65 with frailty-related conditions … Read more
An early warning sign of dementia can be spotted by looking at your hands – as they may begin to tremble. While it’s expected that mental and physical function will decline as we get older, it can be hard to watch our loved ones deteriorate. Spotting the early signs of dementia can help prepare for … Read more
