Simple brain training may protect your memory for 20 years, study finds
Dementia is one of the most feared conditions of old age because it slowly takes away memory, thinking ability, and independence.
It affects millions of...
Old bipolar drug lithium may help slow memory loss in early Alzheimer’s
Lithium has been used for decades to treat bipolar disorder, a mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings. For many years, doctors have...
New blood clues may show why Alzheimer’s disease develops
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and behavior, and over time it makes it...
Women show greater tau buildup and faster cognitive decline than men in Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects millions of people worldwide. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and daily functioning.
Although...
This simple question could reveal hidden hoarding in people with Alzheimer’s
Doctors who treat people with memory problems often focus on symptoms like forgetfulness, confusion, or changes in behavior. However, researchers have discovered that another...
Why Alzheimer’s tests may show more than just the disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly destroys memory and thinking ability. One of the key changes in the brains of people...
Could a hidden lung germ quietly cause Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly destroys memory, thinking ability, and independence.
For many years, scientists have focused...
Scientists find new way to potentially reverse Alzheimer’s damage process
A new laboratory breakthrough is giving scientists a clearer view of a chemical process linked to Alzheimer’s disease—and it could help guide the design...
Brain energy failure may come before memory loss in Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of old age. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to live independently. The...
How exercise protects against Alzheimer’s disease
Many people notice that staying physically active seems to help them think more clearly and remember things better as they age.
Doctors have long recommended...