Alzheimer’s disease linked to daytime napping, study finds
Scientists from Rush University found there is a link between cognitive decline and excessive daytime napping.
The connection appears to occur in both directions: longer...
4 big false opinions about Alzheimer’s disease
There are no treatments available for people with Alzheimer’s disease
There has been significant progress toward developing better treatments for people with Alzheimer’s.
Several medications are...
4 big myths about Alzheimer’s disease you need to know
Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, and millions of Americans are affected by the disease.
It’s important to distinguish...
Some arthritis drugs may lower risk of Alzheimer’s in people with heart disease
Scientists from the National Institute on Aging found that certain rheumatoid arthritis drugs may lower the incidence of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in...
Mental problems in Alzheimer’s disease: What to know
Scientists from Lund University found psychiatry symptoms in Alzheimer’s disease.
The research is published in Biological Psychiatry and was conducted by Professor Oskar Hansson et...
How to assess risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Families have many things in common, including their genes, environment, and lifestyle.
Together, these things may offer clues to diseases, like late- and early-onset Alzheimer’s,...
A well-aged mind: how to maintain your cognitive health
Getting older can bring many changes, both physically and mentally. Even when you’re healthy, your brain and body start slowing down.
Maintaining your cognitive health—the...
Scientists find how to detect Alzheimer’s early with blood test
Scientists from the Brain Chemistry Labs found a new way to detect Alzheimer’s disease with a blood test.
The research is published in PLOS ONE and was...
Late-onset and early-onset Alzheimer’s disease: What is the difference?
Many people worry about developing Alzheimer’s disease, especially if a family member has had it.
Having a family history of the disease does not mean for sure...
Aging and Alzheimer’s Risk: What to know
Older age does not cause Alzheimer’s, but it is the most important known risk factor for the disease.
The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease...