Education and blood pressure play big roles in Alzheimer’s development
New research has found that certain lifestyle and health factors—such as education level, body weight, and blood pressure—can influence the progression of Alzheimer’s disease...
Why newborns and Alzheimer’s patients share a key brain marker
In a surprising new discovery, scientists have found that newborn babies and patients with Alzheimer’s disease both have high levels of a protein long...
Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A new study led by Samsung Medical Center has found that women who survive breast cancer may face a slightly lower risk of developing...
Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common brain conditions that causes memory loss and confusion, especially in older people. It slowly gets worse...
Natural remedies for reducing dementia symptoms
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
It is caused by damage to brain cells and becomes more common with age.
Alzheimer’s disease...
Can dementia be diagnosed at home?
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s not a single disease, but a group of symptoms caused by changes in...
Scientists find how to reset brain’s cleanup cells to treat Alzheimer’s
A recent breakthrough by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco, offers a fresh and promising path toward treating Alzheimer’s disease and other...
Olive oil may help prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s, heart disease
Olive oil has long been known for its role in the Mediterranean diet and its many health benefits. Now, a recent study by researchers...
Warning signs of vascular dementia in men
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease.
It happens when blood flow to the brain is reduced or blocked,...
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: What’s the difference?
Many people use the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” as if they mean the same thing, but they’re not exactly the same.
Understanding the difference can...