Scientists find a key lifestyle factor linked to cognitive decline
A study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has found that smoking might significantly impact how quickly our cognitive skills decline as...
New research discovers three subtypes of Parkinson’s disease
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have made a significant breakthrough by using machine learning to identify three distinct subtypes of Parkinson’s disease. These subtypes...
Scientists detect dementia from how older people explore new spaces
Spatial navigation, the ability to find our way from one place to another, is a skill we use daily. This skill varies among people...
Why new Alzheimer’s drug is so expensive
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new drug from Eli Lilly to treat Alzheimer's disease.
Called Kisunla, this monthly IV infusion therapy...
Scientists find new causes of Parkinson’s disease
A study from the University of Copenhagen, led by Professor Shohreh Issazadeh-Navikas, has uncovered important new information about Parkinson's disease, a common neurodegenerative disorder...
AI tool predicts dementia development better than clinical tests
Scientists from Cambridge have created an AI tool that can predict whether people showing early signs of dementia will stay stable or develop Alzheimer’s...
What to know about the causes of different types of dementia
Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily life.
It...
Creating a safe home for people with dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, making it challenging for those diagnosed to navigate daily life safely.
Creating a safe home...
Research shows important cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a common illness that affects many older people around the world, and it is one of the main causes of dementia....
How poor diet may trigger Alzheimer’s disease
Recent research has brought to light an important factor in the development of Alzheimer's disease: malnutrition.
Alzheimer's is a serious brain condition that leads to...