Poverty is linked to increased dementia risk, regardless of genetics
People who live in poverty are significantly more likely to develop dementia compared to people of higher socioeconomic status, regardless...
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Taking vitamin D could help prevent dementia, study finds
Taking vitamin D supplements may help ward off dementia, according to a new, large-scale study. Researchers at the University of...
Flamingos form cliques with like-minded pals
Flamingos form cliques of like-minded individuals within their flocks, new research shows. Scientists analysed the personalities and social behaviour of...
Experts demand fire safety policy change over health impact of widely used flame retardants
Leading environmental health experts have called for a comprehensive review of the UK's fire safety regulations, with a focus on...
Art piece by Exeter medical student spurs British Red Cross action to help animals in crisis
A striking art piece by a University of Exeter medical student is encouraging British Red Cross volunteers across the South...
Exeter Professor elected as Fellow of prestigious academy for excellence in microbiology
An Exeter professor whose research focuses on lung infections caused by environmental mould has been recognised by the award of...
New study will explore how AI can improve female veterans’ mental health
More than £250,000 of Government funding will enable scientists at the University of Exeter to develop and evaluate the world’s...
£900,000 NIHR funding announced for robotic hip replacement study
Over £900,000 from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) will fund ground-breaking research that will trial the...
Cohesion and connection drop in ageing population
Social cohesion and connection decline in an ageing population, according to a new study of one of humanity’s closest relatives....