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New dementia risk tool designed for the countries that need it most

An international team led by Northumbria University has developed and validated a simple five-factor risk score to identify older people at elevated risk of dementia in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) - where around 60% of the world's dementia cases now occur.

3 Nov 2026

Simple conversational tool identifies dementia risk in developing countries

2 Nov 2026

Study: Cats on vegan diets show lower rates of obesity

A large-scale survey has found cats fed vegan diets had lower rates of obesity and related health problems, than those fed conventional meat-based diets.

24 Oct 2026

Exploring how smart technologies support older people while respecting their privacy

On World Patient Safety Day, 17 September, we often think about preventing medical errors, infections or other risks in healthcare.

18 Sep 2026

Young onset dementia creates years of uncertainty for families

Families caring for a loved one with young onset dementia are facing years of uncertainty, financial strain and emotional exhaustion - with many struggling to access timely diagnosis and appropriate support, according to a new Curtin University study.

16 Sep 2026

Walking pace matters alongside daily step count to reduce early death risk

Taking fewer daily steps at a faster pace or more steps at a slower pace may substantially lower the risk of early death by up to 43 per cent, new research from Monash University and the University of Sydney has found.

8 Sep 2026

Physical punishment linked to detrimental childhood outcomes, UCL researchers warn

Hitting children (often referred to as smacking) by parents or caregivers as a form of punishment is linked to behavioral problems and worse exam results and should be prohibited in England and Northern Ireland as soon as possible, UCL researchers say.

11 Jun 2026

Why new Alzheimer’s drugs are dividing regulators worldwide

The Lancet World Report examines why regulators in the US, UK, and Europe have reached different decisions on new amyloid-targeting Alzheimer’s drugs despite evidence that they can modestly slow clinical decline. It highlights the unresolved balance among benefits, safety risks, costs, access, and the need for broader, earlier, and more patient-centered treatment strategies.

31 May 2026

Intensive caregiving may accelerate cognitive decline

Onerous caring responsibilities reduce brain function for people aged 50 and over, whereas light caring duties can actually be beneficial to middle-aged and older people's mental abilities, a new UCL study finds.

12 May 2026

Study supports safe same-day discharge following TAVI procedures

With careful selection, same-day hospital discharge was found to be feasible and safe in around one-fifth of patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation in a study presented today at the EAPCI Summit 2026.

19 Feb 2026

Group intervention reduces burnout among foster carers

A group-based support program for foster carers significantly improves carer wellbeing, reduces burnout and stress, and strengthens relationships with children in care, while also offering good value for money, finds a new study led by a UCL researcher.

10 Feb 2026

Community-based midwife continuity care lowers preterm birth risk across diverse populations

Women who receive continuous care from community-based midwives have a significantly reduced risk of preterm birth in comparison to those who receive standard care.

20 Jan 2026

New arts and wellbeing program supports the social needs of families affected by dementia

A new arts and wellbeing program co-developed by the University of South Australia, Flinders University and the University of Adelaide shows that supporting the social needs of people living with dementia and their carers can help families rediscover connection, confidence and a sense of community.

9 Dec 2025

People with eczema can bathe daily or weekly without worrying about flare-ups

A major study has found that people with eczema are able to bathe either daily or weekly, without any impact to their symptoms.

10 Nov 2025

WHO's new Global status report highlights the growing burden of neurological disorders

The World Health Organization (WHO) today warns that less than one in three countries around the world has a national policy to address the growing burden of neurological disorders, responsible for over 11 million deaths globally each year.

14 Oct 2025

Study finds persistent social and economic inequalities among UK doctors

Large social and economic inequalities persist among UK doctors, with those from a professional background 6 times more likely to become a medical practitioner than those from a working class background, reveals a 10 year study, published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

9 Sep 2025

Changing indoor environments could improve sleep for people living with dementia

Implementing changes to indoor environments, such as cooler bedrooms at night and increasing the amount of bright light during the day, could significantly improve sleep for people living with dementia, according to a study led by the University of Surrey.

9 Sep 2025

Multi-analyte test accurately identifies brain cancers using cerebrospinal fluid

A novel, multi-analyte test developed by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, its Ludwig Center and the Johns Hopkins Department of Neurosurgery can accurately identify brain cancers using small samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), offering a promising new tool to guide clinical decision-making.

27 Aug 2025

One in four patients with chronic respiratory diseases may face catastrophic health costs in Kenya

A quarter of people seeking care for symptoms of chronic respiratory diseases in Kenya may incur 'catastrophic' health costs, new research published in The Lancet Global Health has found.

26 Jun 2025

NIDUS-Family care package reduces dementia support costs

The NIDUS-Family package of care uses goal setting to help people with dementia live well at home for longer.

17 Feb 2025