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How curiosity can supercharge your brain and boost your success

How curiosity can supercharge your brain and boost your success

12 October 2022

Curiosity can boost memory and creativity for sharper thinking, yet it can also lead to distraction and procrastination. The trick is to know when and how to use it
Scotland men's rugby team

International rugby union players face higher risk of dementia

4 October 2022

Men who played rugby union for Scotland are much more likely to develop dementia, Parkinson’s disease and motor neurone disease than the rest of the population

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