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Poor walking and weak hand grip may signal early dementia

A recent study from Monash University has highlighted the potential of using walking speed and grip strength as early predictions of dementia. This innovative research,...

Depth camera and walking patterns can help detect early signs of cognitive decline

In a new study, researchers have found a new way to detect early signs of cognitive decline in older adults by analyzing how they...

What you need to know about frontotemporal dementia

Dementia is a term that covers a wide range of specific medical conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, characterized by a decline in memory or other...

Understanding dementia: life expectancy and different stages

Dementia is an umbrella term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life, encompassing various conditions, including Alzheimer's disease,...

Research finds key to lowering dementia risk

Dementia is a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social skills so much that they interfere with daily life. It's not just...

How high blood pressure harms your cognitive function

High blood pressure, often called hypertension, is like a silent alarm that many of us might not hear until it's too late. Imagine your...

Why the new Alzheimer’s treatment does not work effectively

The journey to find an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease has been long and fraught with more setbacks than successes. Recently, the withdrawal of aducanumab,...

Research shows a direct cause of cognitive decline

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common yet often overlooked condition where a person's breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep due to the...

How some common drugs could affect your brain health

In the quest for wellness and managing various health conditions, we often turn to medications with the hope of improving our quality of life....

High blood pressure in midlife linked to smaller brain and brain lesions later

A recent study by scientists at University College London highlights the significant impact of high blood pressure in midlife on brain health in later...