Scientists find a surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from Yale-NUS College have made a significant discovery that could change how we understand Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that affects memory and cognitive...
How heart problems can affect your brain
Three common heart diseases—heart failure, atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat), and coronary heart disease—are linked to memory loss and a higher risk of dementia,...
Alzheimer’s disease is most common in these U.S. regions
A recent study has identified where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the United States, and it turns out that the East and Southeast...
“Good cholesterol” is linked to Alzheimer’s risk in women, study finds
A recent study suggests that higher levels of HDL-C, often referred to as "good cholesterol," may be linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's...
Scientists find early brain changes in dementia
When people think about dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease, they usually focus on memory loss. However, dementia can also bring significant changes to a person’s...
Accurate blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
Older adults who are worried about their thinking, memory, or reasoning skills may want to get tested for Alzheimer’s disease. But current tests are...
Peanut butter test could help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from the University of Florida have developed a simple test using peanut butter that could help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
This innovative method, created...
Stroke linked to faster long-term cognitive decline, study finds
New research from the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) has revealed that older adults who experience a stroke for the first time are...
Time of day affects dementia diagnosis, new study finds
New research from the University of Surrey has revealed that the time of day when blood is taken can significantly impact test results used...
Scientists link chronic pain to higher dementia risk in older people
A new study led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has found that older Australians suffering from chronic pain are at a significantly...