Ginkgo biloba may help some people with dementia, but evidence is mixed
Ginkgo biloba is one of the most widely used herbal supplements in the world. For many years, it has been marketed as a natural...
Common dementia drug may increase stroke risk
A large new study from the United Kingdom has raised fresh concerns about a drug often used to calm severe agitation in people with...
Simple blood test may predict dementia risk up to 25 years before symptoms appear
Dementia is one of the biggest health challenges facing aging populations around the world. Millions of people develop memory loss and thinking problems as...
More than half of Americans now live with brain or nerve disorders
Diseases that affect the brain and nervous system are far more common than many people realize. A new large study has found that more...
Obesity and high blood pressure may directly cause dementia
Dementia is one of the fastest growing health problems around the world. Millions of people are living with the condition, and the number is...
Daytime sleepiness may double dementia risk in older people
A new study suggests that women in their 80s who gradually become sleepier during the day may face a higher risk of developing dementia.
The...
Common cholesterol drugs may help lower dementia risk
A new international study suggests that people who naturally have lower cholesterol levels may have a much lower risk of developing dementia later in...
Common drugs linked to higher risk of memory problems in older people
Many people take medications every day to treat common health problems such as allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues. These medicines can help...
This sleep hormone supplement may protect memory function
As people grow older, many begin to notice changes in their memory. They may forget names more easily, misplace objects, or struggle to recall...
Why Alzheimer’s patients lose sleep years before memory problems begin
Sleep problems are one of the earliest and most troubling symptoms reported by people who later develop Alzheimer’s disease.
Many individuals begin to experience restless...