How long can people live with dementia?
Hearing a diagnosis of dementia can be very upsetting for both the person and their family. It often brings many questions, and one of...
High fitness may cut dementia, depression and psychosis risk
Many people know that exercise is good for the body, but scientists are now learning more about how it also supports the mind.
A new...
Anemia linked to 66% higher dementia risk in older people
Anemia is often seen as a simple health problem that causes tiredness and low energy. It happens when the body does not have enough...
Too much thyroid hormone may raise dementia risk in older people
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck, but it plays a very important role in the body. It produces hormones that control...
Common constipation drugs linked to higher dementia risk, study finds
Constipation is a common problem that affects many people, especially as they get older. To relieve this discomfort, many people turn to laxatives. These...
Unexpected cancer mutations in brain’s immune cells may fuel Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that slowly affects memory and thinking.
It is one of the most common brain diseases in older adults, and many...
Common depression drugs may speed up memory loss in dementia
Many people living with dementia also struggle with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, or changes in behavior. To help with these symptoms, doctors often prescribe...
Study finds a new stroke treatment
A stroke happens suddenly, often without warning.
It begins when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked, cutting off oxygen and nutrients that...
Why some people stay sharp while others decline faster in Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that slowly affects memory and thinking. It is the most common cause of dementia and mainly affects older adults.
People...
Alzheimer’s may start decades earlier than you think
Alzheimer’s disease is often thought of as a condition that begins when memory problems appear.
However, new research from Mayo Clinic suggests that the disease...