Quitting Smoking May Help Protect Your Brain From Dementia
Giving up smoking is one of the best decisions a person can make for their health. Most people know that quitting lowers the risk...
Common Constipation Drug May Increase Risk of Dementia
Constipation is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Many people experience it from time to time because of changes in...
Eating the Right Foods May Lower Dementia Risk Even Before Memory Problems Begin
Many people believe memory loss is simply a normal part of growing older. While some changes in memory can happen with age, dementia is...
Could an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Help Prevent Dementia?
A growing body of research suggests that the foods we eat may influence how well our brains age.
While there is still no cure for...
New Blood Test May Predict Alzheimer’s Symptoms Years Before Memory Loss
A simple blood test may one day tell doctors not only whether a person has Alzheimer's disease, but also when memory problems are likely...
Common Drugs May Raise Memory Loss Risk in Older Adults
Millions of people take medicines every day to treat allergies, colds, high blood pressure, depression, bladder problems, stomach cramps, and many other health conditions....
Parkinson’s Drug shows promise in Fighting treatment-resistant depression
For people living with severe depression, the hardest part is not always sadness. Many describe something even more troubling: the feeling that life has...
Women Living with Parkinson’s Disease Have More Alzheimer’s Brain Changes
Parkinson's disease is usually known for causing movement problems, but it can also affect memory and thinking as people grow older.
Parkinson's disease is a...
Hearing Aids May Prevent Dementia Effectively in These People
Millions of people around the world live with hearing loss, and many also face other long-term health conditions.
Scientists have long known that untreated hearing...
Overlooked Blood Pressure Number Could Reveal Early Dementia and Stroke
Most people know that keeping blood pressure under control is important for a healthy heart. When doctors measure blood pressure, they record two numbers....