Home Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease

Taxi and ambulance drivers have lower Alzheimer’s death risk

A recent study suggests that certain jobs, especially those requiring frequent spatial navigation, might be linked to lower chances of dying from Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers...

These two diets may protect the brain from Alzheimer’s

A study from RUSH University in Chicago suggests that diets rich in green leafy vegetables and other healthy foods may help protect the brain...

Scientists find a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have made an important discovery that could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, the most common...

Research finds a hidden cause of Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that causes memory loss and cognitive decline, mostly affects older adults. It is the most common form of dementia and...

This eye problem is linked to Alzheimer’s disease

Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it can damage vision without warning signs. It harms the optic nerve, a key part...

How to boost your memory function naturally

As we get older, many people worry about memory loss. Forgetting names, misplacing keys, or struggling to recall information can be frustrating, and in...

How blood pressure affects dementia risk as we age

A recent study by scientists at the University of Miami has shed light on how blood pressure impacts brain health, particularly as we grow...

Parkinson’s disease gene variant found in people of African descent

A recent study has made an important discovery about Parkinson’s disease in people of African ancestry. Researchers found a specific gene variant that increases the...

Healthy eating linked to better brain health

As the U.S. population ages, more adults are developing thinking and memory problems, called mild cognitive impairment. Scientists have been looking for ways to prevent...

Diabetes drug metformin could protect against dementia

Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how the body manages sugar in the blood. Normally, the body uses a hormone called...