dementia
Global Air Pollution Crisis: 7.9 Million Deaths in 2023 with India and China Leading Mortality Rates
Oct 24, 2025 03:21 pm CST
The latest State of Global Air report reveals air pollution caused 7.9 million deaths worldwide in 2023, making it the second leading cause of premature mortality. India and China each recorded over 2 million deaths, while research shows strong links between air pollution and various health conditions including dementia, heart disease, and diabetes. About 36% of the global population is exposed to dangerous PM2.5 levels, with 90% of pollution-related deaths occurring in low and middle-income countries.
New Drugs, Early Diagnosis: The Progress Against Alzheimer's Disease
Sep 20, 2025 03:56 pm CST
After decades of unsuccessful research, two new drugs and a pioneering blood test have recently given Alzheimer's patients hope of fighting back against the debilitating disease - but questions remain about their effectiveness.