Lifestyle
Over one in 10 registered deaths in 2018 due to dementia and Alzheimer’s
The conditions were the leading cause of death in England and Wales last year, new figures show.
Waterstones founder says he feels “no guilt” over closure of independent bookshops
Sir Tim Waterstone said the smaller rivals “had a shot”.
Sixty-year-olds with busy social life ‘face lower dementia risk’
The same trend was found among 50 and 70 year-olds - suggesting social contact at any age reduces the risk
Research into our ‘subjective ages’ reveals what keeps us feeling young
Research into our ‘subjective ages’ reveals what keeps us feeling young
An Optician’s Guide to Pre-Test Optical Instruments
Pre-test instruments can help Optometrists to gain a full picture of a patient’s vision abilities, including testing different visual fields and screening for potential health risks.
Blood test 94% accurate at identifying Alzheimer’s before symptoms arise
A blood test to detect the brain changes of early Alzheimer’s disease has moved a step closer.
3D printed hearts to be made from same protein used in ‘trout pout’ ops
Boffins have developed a technique to mass produce anatomical structures - from collagen
‘Disturbing’ levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in public areas
Scientists swabbed cash and ticket machines, escalators and soap dispensers in public areas across London.
Video shows members of the public being hypnotised into thinking they are completely naked
TV hypnotist Aaron Calvert convinced five volunteers they had lost their clothes in the middle of London’s busy Soho Square Gardens.