Why some memories last a lifetime while others fade fast
Every day, your brain takes in new experiences, emotions, and ideas. Some of these become lasting memories, while others fade away.
But how does your...
Common antibiotics may help treat early-onset dementia, study finds
Frontotemporal dementia is the most common type of dementia that starts early, usually between ages 40 and 65.
This disease affects the front and side...
Why some people over 80 have super brains
For the last 25 years, scientists at Northwestern Medicine have been studying a unique group of older adults called "SuperAgers."
These are people aged 80...
How a dangerous duo may trigger early Alzheimer’s damage
Scientists have long known that Alzheimer’s disease is linked to sticky plaques and tangled proteins in the brain.
In recent years, they have also discovered...
Daytime sleepiness in older women may be linked to double dementia risk
Women in their 80s who become sleepier during the day over several years may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to a...
Your lower blood pressure number could predict dementia and stroke
When you visit the doctor and get your blood pressure checked, the machine wraps around your arm, squeezes it, and then gives two numbers.
Most...
What’s the best blood pressure for older people?
High blood pressure is a major concern for many older people, especially those over 60. It can lead to serious health problems like heart...
How a surprising brain cell could help fight dementia
Dementia affects millions of people around the world. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and reasoning.
While scientists have studied dementia for many years, they...
Removing a brain protein could slow down Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study has found that removing a certain protein in the brain could help reduce the damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease.
The research was...
These popular drugs may be harming your memory, study finds
Many people take medications every day for common problems like allergies, high blood pressure, colds, or even depression.
But a new study from the University...