This is the 85th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers, and stories of hope. As an erratic sleeper, I worry when I see a headline such as this recent one from Science News: “Poor sleep may account for a large share of dementia cases.” … Read more
Everyone has the occasional bad night’s sleep, but when could persistent tossing and turning in bed point to something more serious like insomnia? We spoke to Jason Ellis, professor in psychology at Northumbria University and director of the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research, who highlighted some key warning signs to look out for and suggested … Read more
People who use drugs with anticholinergic effects, including certain antidepressants, drugs for urinary incontinence and common antihistamines, are at higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. This is shown in a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in BMC Medicine. Anticholinergic drugs reduce the effect of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and are commonly prescribed to middle-aged and … Read more
Even at pharmacological doses that flood the colon but barely enter the bloodstream, curcumin’s effects on the gut microbiome proved temporary, highlighting the remarkable resilience of the human microbial ecosystem. Study: Effect of curcumin on the gut microbiota of patients with ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and healthy participants. Image Credit: Faizal Ramli / Shutterstock In … Read more
Four years after ICU admission, mortality remains strikingly high in ventilated COVID-19 ARDS patients, and many survivors continue to struggle with fatigue, insomnia, functional decline, and reduced quality of life. Study: Four year mortality and quality of life after ICU treatment for COVID 19 related acute respiratory distress syndrome. Image Credit: Design_Cells / Shutterstock In … Read more
This week, Dr Ray O’Connor considers how common problems may benefit from non-drug treatment Back painLow back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide. The authors of this clinical review paper1 examined the evidence for common interventions, excluding drugs, for the treatment and prevention of non-specific low back pain in adults aged 18-60 years. … Read more
New research explores how attention difficulties, sleep disruption, and cognitive control challenges intersect with internet use patterns, highlighting lifestyle factors like exercise that may help reduce risk while underscoring the need for cautious interpretation of cross-sectional findings. Study: The interplay between attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and internet addiction: executive dysfunction and insomnia as mediators and the … Read more
The relationship between food, metabolism and sleep is increasingly well established and has gained greater prominence… The post Diabetes & Sleep Quality: What You Need to Know (2026) appeared first on Archynetys. Source link
New research reveals that sleep disorders can signal future risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other dementias years before symptoms appear, offering hope for early intervention and prevention. Study: Sleep disturbances as risk factors for neurodegeneration later in life. Image Credit: New Africa / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal npj Dementia, researchers investigated the … Read more
Confront the crucial interplay between sleep and mental health. Discover how insomnia can significantly worsen conditions like anxiety and depression, creating a vicious cycle that demands attention. This piece unravels the complex relationship,exploring how inflammation,triggered by sleep deprivation,fuels psychiatric disorders. Learn about the specific connection between disordered eating, mental health issues, and poor sleep quality. … Read more