A study suggests taxi drivers have a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, likely due to the intense spatial navigation and mental mapping required by their work. The findings highlight how complex cognitive engagement may help protect the brain against neurodegenerative conditions.
Background
London taxi drivers are known for the rigorous 'Knowledge' exam requiring memorization of thousands of city streets, making them a subject of prior neuroscience research on brain plasticity.
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- Hacker News (RSS)
- Published
- Aug 9, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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- 5.0 / 10