Alzheimer's disease

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...

Where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the U.S.

A new study has revealed where Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that causes memory loss and cognitive decline, is most common in the United States. The...

How your nose could predict Alzheimer’s and dementia

Our sense of smell does more than just alert us to dangers like fire or let us enjoy delicious meals. It might also hold...

Scientists discover “energy switch” in brain to treat Alzheimer’s

Researchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have identified a new "energy switch" in immune cells of the brain, called microglia, which could lead...

Common sleep aide supplement may increase Alzheimer’s risk

Getting quality sleep is essential for maintaining good health. It supports brain function, strengthens the immune system, and promotes a healthy heart. On the other...

Study finds big cause of uncontrollable movements in Parkinson’s disease

Researchers at the University of Arizona have shed light on a common and troubling side effect of long-term Parkinson’s disease treatment: uncontrollable movements known...

Mediterranean diet Improves memory function via the gut

A study from Tulane University has found that the Mediterranean diet might benefit the brain by changing the balance of bacteria in the gut....