Alzheimer's disease

Younger diabetes diagnosis linked to higher dementia risk, study finds

A new study has found that people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at a younger age face a higher risk of developing dementia compared...

The link between sleep quality and dementia risk

We all know that a good night’s sleep makes us feel refreshed and energized, but it turns out that sleep does much more than...

Earpiece technology may help spot Alzheimer’s early

Alzheimer’s disease affects over 50 million people worldwide, bringing emotional and physical challenges to patients and their loved ones. It is a progressive condition with...

Some brain supplements may contribute to early Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists at the University of California San Diego have discovered that high levels of an enzyme called PHGDH in the blood might serve as...

These personality traits may protect you from Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia in older adults, is a neurodegenerative condition that progressively damages brain structures vital for memory. While biological...

Scientists discover new drug targets for Alzheimer’s in cerebrospinal fluid

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified new drug targets for Alzheimer’s disease by studying cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from...

How high blood pressure increases risks of stroke and dementia

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it might not seem serious at first, having high...

Could alcohol use speed up Alzheimer’s? Study finds surprising gene link

Nearly 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, a number expected to double by 2060. While aging and genetics are the most significant risk factors,...

New study finds deep cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common brain condition in older adults worldwide and a leading cause of dementia. Despite decades of research, scientists are...

A pill for brain health? New research hints at ‘exercise in a pill’ to...

Could a pill offer the brain-boosting benefits of exercise? A recent study in mice, led by scientists at the University of Southern California (USC), suggests...