People who take high blood pressure medications have lower dementia risk, study finds
A new study has found that taking blood pressure medications, known as antihypertensives, may reduce the risk of dementia in older adults who have...
Dementia takes a toll on finances and family care, study finds
Dementia, often associated with cognitive decline, not only affects a person's mental health but also exerts a significant financial and caregiving burden on individuals...
Scientists find link between antacid drugs and dementia
Researchers at Copenhagen University Hospital and Aarhus University in Denmark have explored the potential connection between proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), commonly used antacid medications...
Mid-life insomnia and short sleep are linked to higher dementia risk
A recent study published in Age and Ageing has revealed a concerning connection between insomnia, short sleep duration, and an elevated risk of dementia.
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How to control high blood pressure to prevent dementia
The Vitality of Vascular Health for Cognition
An ancient proverb goes, “A healthy mind lives in a healthy body.” Modern science often uncovers the layers...
Research shows new cause of cognitive decline in older people
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the process behind cognitive decline associated with normal...
Gut health plays a big role in your dementia risk
A recent study conducted by Baycrest suggests that the gut microbiome may play a pivotal role in deciphering how diet and exercise choices influence...
Scientists find new way to detect and treat Parkinson’s disease early
Researchers from The Florey and Austin Health have unveiled groundbreaking findings that pave the way for early detection and potentially preventive treatments for Parkinson’s...
Scientists find the ties between high blood pressure and dementia
In simple terms, a team of scientists from The University of Manchester might have found a new way to fight vascular dementia, a brain...
Dementia risk factors vary among different ethnic groups
Recent research unveils a critical dimension in the ongoing battle against dementia, spotlighting how certain modifiable risk factors—including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, low HDL cholesterol,...