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Aussies aged over 70 worry about their health less than 18-30-year-olds.

Research finds an association between eating mushrooms and a lower risk of prostate cancer.

An international team of researchers has identified a pair of genes linked to Alzheimer’s.

People who wear hearing aids for age-related hearing problems maintain better brain function.

Dementia and marital status could be linked, according to a new study.

People who live in rural areas may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers have begun looking for clues about Alzheimer's in a seemingly unlikely place.

New research shows a spicy diet could be linked to dementia.

Treatment for diabetes and depression just got cheaper.

Sinusitis is a painful condition when the sinuses become inflamed or infected.

Some symptoms of Alzheimer’s may show up in people as early as their 20s.

Yale researchers have discovered the flu virus’s best friend.

Link found between blood pressure drugs and a decreased risk of dementia.

The type of bacteria living in the gut can influence the development of Alzheimer’s.

A prescription drug to treat high blood pressure has shown promise against dementia.

Scientists discover why a cancer drug is able to alleviate Parkinson’s symptoms.

A fungus that infects caterpillars could offer new hope for arthritis sufferers.

Medicine misuse is threatening the sight of 150,000 Australians.

A clinical trial is a research program to evaluate new medical treatments.

One of the great mysteries of neuroscience may finally have an answer.

Men able to complete more than 40 push-ups have a lower risk of heart disease.

Exercise alters brain blood flow and improves cognitive performance in older adults.

Scientists label dementia finding as ‘potentially groundbreaking’.

Leaky blood vessels may trigger Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research.

Researchers have found that meditation may alter the course of Alzheimer’s.

Sinusitis is a painful condition when the sinuses become inflamed or infected.

Toenail health is important. Here’s what you need to know.

Late afternoon and early evening can be hard for people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Study identifies potential drug targets to reverse brain pH imbalance.

What is this terrible disease and how close are we to finding a cure?

Rheumatoid arthritis may increase the risk of developing lung disease.

Researchers create implants that can accurately spot early signs of cancer.

Body aches are common but they can be an early warning sign for more serious ...