Healthy habits to prevent stroke and dementia in older adults
As we grow older, protecting our brain and body becomes a top priority.
Two of the biggest health concerns for older adults are strokes and...
Where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the U.S.
A new study has revealed where Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that causes memory loss and cognitive decline, is most common in the United States.
The...
How your nose could predict Alzheimer’s and dementia
Our sense of smell does more than just alert us to dangers like fire or let us enjoy delicious meals. It might also hold...
Common drugs may affect memory function
Medicines we take for everyday health problems often come with side effects. A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, revealed a...
How long do people really live with dementia diagnosis?
A new review published in The BMJ provides important insights into the life expectancy and care needs of people diagnosed with dementia.
The study highlights that survival...
This diabetes drug may lower dementia risk in older adults
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition where the body either resists insulin or doesn’t produce enough of it. This leads to high levels...
Scientists find a new treatment for early-onset dementia
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is the most common form of dementia that occurs in people younger than 65. It typically begins between the ages of...
Foods that keep your brain sharp as you age
As we grow older, keeping our brains healthy becomes just as important as caring for our bodies. Memory lapses and slower thinking are common...
Best memory exercises to lower dementia risk
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily functioning, and it becomes more common as people age. While there is no guaranteed...
Lower BMI may signal early cognitive decline in older people
Body mass index (BMI), a measure derived from a person’s weight and height, may hold clues about the early stages of cognitive decline. A...