Lower “bad” cholesterol linked to lower risk of dementia, study finds
Keeping your "bad" cholesterol levels low may help protect your brain as you age, according to a new study published in the Journal of...
One in five people with dementia receive no help, global study finds
A new international study led by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health has found that at least one in five people living...
A simple blood test may predict dementia risk 10 years early, study finds
A new study from Sweden has found that a simple blood test may be able to predict a person’s risk of developing dementia up...
Scientists discover a new cause of memory loss in older people
As we grow older, it's normal to experience some level of forgetfulness or slower thinking. But what exactly causes this gradual decline in memory...
Weight training can help protect aging brains from dementia, study finds
A new study from Brazil suggests that weight training can help protect the brain from dementia, especially in older adults already at risk.
Researchers at...
How virtual reality is helping detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier than ever
Most people think of virtual reality (VR) as a fun way to play games or explore fantasy worlds.
But scientists are now using VR for...
Heart flexibility may predict stroke and dementia risk, study finds
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School have discovered a key heart measurement that can help predict a person’s risk of having an...
Scientists find a treatable cause of dementia-like symptoms
A new study from Cedars-Sinai has brought hope to some patients who have been diagnosed with a rare form of dementia. The research found...
Doing one new thing a day may boost memory and mood, study finds
A new study from the University of Toronto suggests that doing just one new thing each day—no matter how small—can significantly improve memory, mood,...
Scientists find the key to preserving memory in older age
Many older adults worry about memory loss and other changes in thinking as they age. Most of the time, these changes are mild and...