A phase II safety trial to investigate a potential new treatment for Alzheimer’s has begun. MSD, known as Merck & Co Inc, will trial a drug called MK-8931 in people with mild to moderate stage Alzheimer’s disease. MK-8931 aims to block an enzyme called BACE, which is known to play … Continue reading
Identity Thief works on many levels. I loved the chemistry between the two leads. Jason Bateman (Horrible Bosses) stars alongside Melissa McCarthy (Bridesmaids) in this funny film. This could’ve have been a disaster, we’re all being more careful about our information, our credit cards, who we even lend money too. … Continue reading
Scientists in Belfast are embarking on a project that could bring a simple blood test for Alzheimer’s disease a step closer, thanks to a £99,754 grant from Alzheimer’s Research UK, the UK’s leading dementia research charity. Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast will use a state-of-the-art-technique to find ways of identifying … Continue reading
When we are young, falling down is second nature. We are taught to get up, brush ourselves off and try again. If someone pushed us down…we are taught to forgive, forget and that tomorrow is another day. As children, the whole world is a playground; some days we are suffocated … Continue reading
Also on Cambridge Wine Blogger. With a name taken from the Roman god of war, March is neither quite the depths of winter nor properly spring. Chilly, rather than frosty, it is said to come in like a lion and go out like a lamb. February’s snowdrops have given way … Continue reading
London Life Coach & Relationship Expert Sloan Sheridan-Williams reviews “Tigger on the Couch”, a book that looks at mental health problems and personality disorders using fairy tales and children’s stories. Follow Sloan on Twitter @SloanSW_London and check out Sloan’s website www.sloansw.com When I was first introduced to this book I … Continue reading
Side by Side is an impressive documentary that brings a crucial and fiery debate to the screen. The subject: is celluloid being replaced by digital film making? With front-man and narrator Keanu Reeves, director Christopher Kenneally picks the brains of some of the most influential and respected Hollywood members, from … Continue reading
US researchers have found older African Americans who report going without food as children may have a slower rate of cognitive decline in later life. The study is published in the journal Neurology. Researchers at Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago, studied 6,158 people with an average age of 75, … Continue reading
London Life Coach & Relationship Expert Sloan Sheridan-Williams reviews “The Gift of Fear”, the international bestseller by Gavin De Becker. Follow Sloan on Twitter @SloanSW_London and check out Sloan’s website www.sloansw.com A remarkable book and international best seller, first published in the late 90’s, the message in this book has stood … Continue reading
One hundred and twelve minutes. That’s how long it takes for To The Wonder to pass before your eyes. That’s how long it takes to watch Olga Kurylenko prance around in a field like she’s not getting enough iron in her diet. One hundred and twelve minutes of listening to … Continue reading
“Hitchcock” is an uneven film that has a few comically pleasing moments, but ultimately comes across as shallow. Anthony Hopkins is the master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock, a man who has become a mythical creature just as much as he’s become a directorial legend. In this instance, he’s an insecure … Continue reading
I’ve never had the chance to go to the Oscars but our suits certainly have. However, this time it was rather special as a lovely client of ours was awarded an Oscar for the best animated short film at this years 85th Oscars in Hollywood. We’re extremely proud of Mr … Continue reading