Month: September 2022

Unraveling the Language Network: Aging vs Alzheimer’s

Investigating the language network throughout the lifespan, this study disentangles the effects of typical aging from those of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Language is usually considered the most preserved cognitive function during aging, but language deficits are an early sign of AD. The study compares young participants, healthy older participants, and prodromal AD participants to understand […]

Published on September 23, 2022

TV time with your child may boost their brain power, study finds

Just like how a nutritious snack fuels your body, watching TV with your little one can feed their growing mind! A group of researchers have discovered that the passive screen time spent together with your child can actually have positive effects on their cognitive development. It’s like a brain workout for both of you! This […]

Published on September 23, 2022

WHO Warns COVID Variant Detection Decreasing

The World Health Organization is facing challenges in identifying and monitoring new variants of COVID-19 as governments reduce testing and surveillance efforts. It’s like trying to catch a bunch of sneaky shape-shifting creatures while the lights are getting dimmer and dimmer. With fewer tests being conducted and less surveillance in place, the WHO is losing […]

Published on September 23, 2022