Brain & Neurology
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Alzheimer’s drug hope
Researchers say they are ready to move to clinical studies for a proposed new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease – as the drugs may already exist. Read more
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Alzheimer’s breakthrough offers treatment hope
British scientists say they have made a major discovery about the biology of Alzheimer’s disease – opening up hope of new treatments. Read more
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Pregnancy sunshine may not protect babies
Pregnant women in northern countries need to get sunlight to protect themselves – but this may not help their babies, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Warning on pregnancy vitamin
Vitamin C deficiency may be a major cause of brain damage to new babies, researchers have warned. Read more
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How alcohol damages babies
Moderate drinking during pregnancy can damage a child’s IQ – depending on their genetic make-up, British researchers said today. Read more
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Stroke link to hip op studied
Patients who undergo total hip replacement face a high risk of stroke, British researchers warned last night. Read more
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How activity protects elderly brains
New evidence of how physical activity helps protect the elderly from dementia is reported today. Read more
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Oily fish key to health benefits
The medical benefits of eating fish have been widely studied – and new research today says eating oil fish can cut the risk of stroke. Read more
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Double stigma of dementia
People with dementia are dying in misery because of a "double stigma", campaigners warn today. Read more
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Healthy body keeps brain healthy in old age
Keeping physically fit in old age may be the best way to keep the brain healthy, researchers say today. Read more