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People with signs of damage to their heart during middle age are more likely to develop dementia in later life, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

Quitting smoking in middle age or later is linked to slower age-related cognitive decline over the long term, according to a new study by UCL researchers.

Dr Jessica Allen (UCL Institute of Health Equity) explains the significance and impact of implementing the eight Marmot Principles, developed by her colleague Professor Sir Michael Marmot in 2010, to tackle health inequalities and social determinants to improve health for all.

We speak to Jessica about her experience following her placement with UCL's Public Health, Health Determinants and Inequalities research group.

Researchers can now access a rich national resource from the British Regional Heart Study (BRHS).

UCL’s Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care (UCL IEHC) has been awarded the Athena Swan Silver Award for sustained progress in advancing gender equality.