Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is often seen as a frightening condition, symbolizing not just memory loss but a gradual fading of one’s personality and abilities.
It affects how...
Quick CPR key to saving lives and protecting brain health, study shows
New research highlights the life-saving importance of starting CPR as soon as possible when someone has a cardiac arrest, whether at home or in...
Everyday movement can boost brain health, study finds
Regular physical activity is known to improve brain health and lower the risk of dementia over time.
But a new study from researchers at Penn...
Memory loss treatment for dementia you need to know
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. As it progresses, it can significantly impact the lives...
Nasal spray could treat Alzheimer’s disease
New research offers hope for delaying Alzheimer’s disease progression by years after initial diagnosis.
Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of death among those aged...
Alcohol use disorder linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Approximately 7 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, a figure that experts predict will double by 2060.
While aging and genetics are the...
Mailing health warnings fails to curb risky prescriptions for Alzheimer’s patients—What’s next
A recent study led by researchers at UMass Chan Medical School reveals that mailing educational materials to Alzheimer’s patients, caregivers, and doctors had no...
Scientists find surprising link between sense of smell and Alzheimer’s disease
Our sense of smell does more than detect the aroma of fresh coffee or warn us about smoke. It might even be able to...
Diets rich in these ingredients linked to fewer Alzheimer’s brain symptoms
A recent study from RUSH University in Chicago suggests that eating diets rich in green leafy vegetables, along with foods like fruits, whole grains,...
Taking five or more drugs daily may harm health in people with Alzheimer’s
Taking five or more medications daily, known as polypharmacy, is a growing issue for over 30% of older adults. This practice is linked to...