New hope for Parkinson’s patients: Dementia risk lower than previously thought
Good news for people with Parkinson's disease: a new study suggests that the risk of developing dementia may be lower than previously believed, or...
How eyes can show signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai conducted a thorough study to understand how changes in the retina relate to brain changes in Alzheimer’s disease.
This work is a...
Research finds new biomarker for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impacts millions of people worldwide, leading to cognitive decline, memory loss, and other neurological symptoms.
It is...
Lower BMI linked to early signs of cognitive impairment
Body mass index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person's weight and height.
It is determined by dividing the weight in kilograms by the...
Seaweed antioxidants could help prevent Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson's disease is a serious brain disorder that affects movement and thinking. It happens because certain brain cells, called neurons, die.
These neurons produce dopamine,...
Understanding the stages of dementia and their symptoms
Dementia is a broad term used to describe a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life.
It is not a single...
The best mobility aids for Parkinson’s patients
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. It often causes tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. As the disease...
Both blood pressure numbers can show your dementia risk
A new study from the University of Miami, published in the journal Stroke, highlights the importance of diastolic blood pressure (DBP)—the bottom number on a...
Wildfire smoke may increase dementia risk, study finds
A new study indicates that the increasing wildfires driven by climate change could pose a significant threat to future brain health.
Researchers presented their findings...
This diabetes drug could reduce brain shrinkage in Alzheimer’s patients
A medication commonly prescribed for diabetes and weight loss, liraglutide, has been found to significantly reduce brain shrinkage in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Liraglutide is...