Dementia cases among Americans will double by 2060
A new study has revealed that Americans aged 55 and older face a 42% lifetime risk of developing dementia, more than twice the risk...
New tool may detect Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline early
A new predictive tool called the Florey Dementia Index (FDI) shows promising accuracy in forecasting the onset of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer’s...
Scientists find strong link between this eye disease and Alzheimer’s
Glaucoma is often called a “silent thief” because it can damage the eye without obvious early symptoms. This condition harms the optic nerve, which...
How physical activity lowers dementia risk
As we age, many of us worry about keeping our minds sharp and avoiding conditions like dementia.
Dementia is a term for diseases that affect...
Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is often associated with more than just memory loss—it represents a gradual decline in thinking, reasoning, and everyday functioning, affecting a person’s sense...
How high sugar levels may increase Alzheimer’s risk
Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine have uncovered a potential link between eating too much sugar and Alzheimer’s disease, a type of...
Scientists find new blood test to detect early Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease, a condition affecting over six million Americans—most of them women—progressively erodes memory, thinking, and daily functioning. Now, a groundbreaking study offers new...
Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A Canadian study has found a connection between poor kidney function and cognitive difficulties, including problems with reasoning, memory, and reaction time.
The research, led...
Epilepsy is linked to poor brain health, study finds
A recent study has revealed that epilepsy significantly affects brain health, including thinking, movement, and mental well-being.
The findings, published on December 31 in the Journal...
Healthy habits to prevent stroke and dementia in older adults
As we grow older, protecting our brain and body becomes a top priority.
Two of the biggest health concerns for older adults are strokes and...