New brain scan tool can show how fast you’re aging
A new tool developed by scientists from Duke University, Harvard, and the University of Otago in New Zealand can now estimate how quickly someone...
Study finds link between rare eye disease and Alzheimer’s risk
Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it can slowly damage your vision without any warning signs. It affects the optic...
Brain stimulation may treat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that affects millions of older people around the world. It slowly destroys memory, thinking skills, and the...
How to help people with dementia feel better in the evening
Sundowning is a common symptom in people with dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease.
It refers to a pattern where someone becomes more confused, anxious, restless, or...
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...