Why should I get a memory test? As we age, our brains undergo both anatomical and chemical changes. Shrinkage begins in our 30s and 40s, with the prefrontal cortex, cerebellum and hippocampus ...

Objective To evaluate systematic reviews of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on the effects of exercise on general cognition, memory and executive function across all populations and ages. Methods ...

The SLUMS test is a quick cognitive screening tool that assesses memory, attention, language, and executive function to identify early signs of mild cognitive impairment and dementia. The test ...

Hou, C. (2026) Assessment of Cognitive Function in the Elderly and Analysis of Its Influencing Factors. Journal of ...

A simple handgrip test may reveal more than muscle power in very old adults, offering insight into how physical strength aligns with brain activation in regions that support working memory. Study: The ...

While some decline in the ability to remember is a normal part of aging, for a subset of people, growing older brings the onset of neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. In such ...

What’s good for your heart is good for your brain. Just as physical activity helps keep our bodies fit and strong as we age, it also helps maintain our cognitive function – and is even linked with ...

A new study in Nature found that memory loss can be transferred via the gut. The culprit? A single species of bacteria that ...