Alzheimer's disease

Memory problems are becoming more common in older people nowadays

A new study has found that more older people in the UK are reporting memory problems than ever before. These issues—like forgetting things or...

New clues to memory loss found in the aging brain

Scientists at the Salk Institute and other research centers have discovered new details about how the brain changes as we age—and why some people...

Lack of this nutrient may raise risk of Alzheimer’s and organ damage

Choline is a nutrient that your body needs but doesn’t make enough of on its own. It’s found in foods like eggs, broccoli, beans,...

Education and blood pressure play big roles in Alzheimer’s development

New research has found that certain lifestyle and health factors—such as education level, body weight, and blood pressure—can influence the progression of Alzheimer’s disease...

Why newborns and Alzheimer’s patients share a key brain marker

In a surprising new discovery, scientists have found that newborn babies and patients with Alzheimer’s disease both have high levels of a protein long...

Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study led by Samsung Medical Center has found that women who survive breast cancer may face a slightly lower risk of developing...

Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common brain conditions that causes memory loss and confusion, especially in older people. It slowly gets worse...

Natural remedies for reducing dementia symptoms

Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is caused by damage to brain cells and becomes more common with age. Alzheimer’s disease...

Can dementia be diagnosed at home?

Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s not a single disease, but a group of symptoms caused by changes in...

Scientists find how to reset brain’s cleanup cells to treat Alzheimer’s

A recent breakthrough by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco, offers a fresh and promising path toward treating Alzheimer’s disease and other...