Year-long brain stimulation could treat Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
A new clinical trial has found that a common brain stimulation technique may help slow down cognitive and functional decline in people with mild-to-moderate...
Irregular heartbeat linked much higher risks of dementia death
In the UK, atrial fibrillation—often called AF—has become a growing concern. It’s a condition where the heart beats in an irregular and often fast...
Study finds a new cause of memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
A team of researchers from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) in South Korea has made an important discovery that could change the way...
Vitamin K may help protect brain health as we age
As people grow older, memory problems and other signs of cognitive decline become more common.
Scientists have long been curious about whether the food we...
Using digital technology may prevent dementia in older people, study shows
For years, many people have worried that too much screen time and digital technology might damage our brains, especially as we get older. The...
Scientists find a new treatment for dementia
Dementia is a heartbreaking condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It slowly damages memory, thinking skills, and the ability to do everyday tasks....
How long-term obesity harms the brain and cognitive function
As obesity rates continue to climb around the world, scientists are trying to better understand how carrying excess weight affects more than just the...
Sleep supplement may help protect memory function in older people
A team of scientists in Japan has found a promising new way to support memory and brain health as we grow older—by using something...
From goo to glue: How a Parkinson’s protein hardens in brain cells
Scientists have made a big breakthrough in understanding how a protein linked to Parkinson’s disease changes form inside our cells—transforming from a sticky, honey-like...
Five reasons why young-onset dementia is often missed
Around 57 million people worldwide have dementia. While most cases of dementia are diagnosed in older adults, about 7% of cases occur in people...