Can Your Personality Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects millions of older adults around the world.
It is a progressive brain disease that...
Scientists Discover a New Way to Protect Brain Cells in Parkinson’s Disease
For decades, Parkinson's disease treatment has focused mainly on replacing dopamine or easing movement problems.
While these medicines improve daily life, they cannot prevent the...
Study Questions Whether Fish Oil Can Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
Many people take fish oil capsules because they have heard that omega-3 fatty acids are good for the brain.
Since Alzheimer's disease has no cure,...
Why Are Men More Likely to Develop Parkinson’s Disease?
Researchers have discovered new genetic differences inside brain cells that may help explain why Parkinson’s disease is more common in men than in women.
The...
Why Simply Knowing About Dementia Risk Is Not Enough, According to Scientists
Why Simply Knowing About Dementia Risk Is Not Enough, According to Scientists
Many people believe there is little they can do to avoid dementia. However,...
Scientists Uncover How to Slow Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia
Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia are two serious brain disorders that affect millions of people around the world.
Parkinson’s disease is best known for...
Scientists Find How to Help Brain Recover in Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
It mainly damages nerve cells that produce dopamine, a chemical messenger that...
Hidden Chemical May Increase Parkinson’s Risk by 500%
Parkinson's disease is one of the fastest-growing brain disorders in the world. It affects millions of people and becomes more common as people get...
Common Sleep Medicines May Raise Dementia Risk, Scientists Warn
Getting a good night's sleep is important for both physical and mental health. During sleep, the brain and body recover from the day's activities.
Good...
Scientists Say Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented—But Current Health Campaigns Are...
Scientists Say Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented—But Current Health Campaigns Are Not Working Well Enough
Dementia affects millions of people around the...