Your memory might benefit from a multivitamin

Can a simple multivitamin stave off age-related cognitive decline? A recent study says yes.

Alvin Powell • harvard
June 7, 2023 • ~8 min

Ultra-processed foods – like cookies, chips, frozen meals and fast food – may contribute to cognitive decline

Researchers are trying to understand whether ultra-processed foods erode brain health in the aging process.

Sara N. Burke, Associate Professor of Neurobiology and Cognitive Aging, University of Florida • conversation
Jan. 31, 2023 • ~10 min

You've likely heard of the brain's gray matter – here's why the white matter is important too

Long overlooked by scientists, white matter may provide clues to some of the brain’s greatest mysteries.

Christopher Filley, Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus • conversation
May 5, 2022 • ~9 min

The FDA approved a new drug to treat Alzheimer's, but Medicare won't always pay for it – a doctor explains what researchers know about Biogen's Aduhelm

Although Medicare has agreed to pay for Aduhelm, its coverage comes with restrictions.

Andrew Williams, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine • conversation
April 14, 2022 • ~8 min

Longer naps in the day may be an early sign of dementia in older adults

While longer naps are a normal part of aging, excessively long dozes could be a warning signal for cognitive decline.

Yue Leng, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco • conversation
March 25, 2022 • ~5 min

Harvard researcher turns to chess for insights on brain health

With impact of mental activity unclear, Chan School’s David Canning will mine federation’s database and track cognitive performance of 200 players.

Alvin Powell • harvard
Nov. 12, 2021 • ~8 min

Cognitive decline due to ageing can be reversed in mice – here's what the new study means for humans

Anti-inflammatory drugs may be able to reverse cognitive decline in the future.

Richard Faragher, Professor of Biogerontology, University of Brighton • conversation
Jan. 21, 2021 • ~6 min

Racism linked to cognitive decline in African American women

A landmark study shows chronic stress from racism can lead to loss of brain function in African American women.

Yvette Cozier, Associate professor, Epidemiology, Boston University • conversation
Aug. 17, 2020 • ~6 min

How COVID-19 might increase risk of memory loss and cognitive decline

Many patients suffering from COVID-19 exhibit neurological symptoms, from loss of smell to delirium to a higher risk of stroke. Down the road, will COVID-19 survivors face a wave of cognitive issues?

Natalie C. Tronson, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Michigan • conversation
Aug. 7, 2020 • ~9 min

The loneliness of social isolation can affect your brain and raise dementia risk in older adults

The social isolation older adults are experiencing as they try to stay safe from the coronavirus pandemic is raising new mental health risks, but people can take steps to protect themselves.

Martin J. Sliwinski, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies, Director of the Center for Healthy Aging, Pennsylvania State University • conversation
Aug. 4, 2020 • ~9 min

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