How you write may help detect dementia earlier
For many older adults, changes in handwriting can happen gradually over time. Letters may become uneven, writing may look less smooth, or it may...
Simple urine test may show early warning signs of dementia
A large new study from Sweden suggests that a simple urine test could help doctors spot people who may face a higher risk of...
Too much thyroid hormone may raise dementia risk in older people
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that having too much thyroid hormone in the body may increase the risk of memory...
10 early dementia signs you should never ignore
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and slowly changes a person’s memory, thinking, behavior, and ability to manage everyday life.
It is not...
Poor sleep may age your brain, heart, and immune system faster
Scientists have long warned that poor sleep can damage health, but new research suggests the effects may reach far deeper into the body than...
Ultra-sensitive test could improve diagnosis of this dementia
Dementia affects tens of millions of people around the world and is becoming more common as life expectancy increases.
The condition causes a gradual decline...
Your body’s ‘true age’ may reveal hidden dementia risk
A person’s real risk of dementia may depend not only on how old they are, but also on how old their body appears biologically.
That...
Some dementia cases may actually be curable brain conditions
A recent study from Cedars-Sinai has revealed a surprising discovery that could change the lives of some people diagnosed with a severe form of...
Simple blood test may predict dementia risk years earlier
Scientists have long known that growing older is one of the biggest risk factors for dementia. However, not everyone ages in the same way.
Some...
Reading, music, and museums may help slow aging
Many people already know that exercise, healthy eating, and good sleep can help them stay healthier as they grow older.
But scientists are now finding...