MRI scan can detect Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms
Scientists at the Kennedy Krieger Institute have made a promising discovery in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Their new study shows that a special type...
Heart failure speeds up memory loss like aging a decade in 7 years
More than six million people in the United States live with heart failure, and new research suggests they may lose their thinking and memory...
Study discovers a surprising cause of frontotemporal dementia
A groundbreaking study from Cedars-Sinai has uncovered a surprising cause behind some cases of behavioral-variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD), a severe form of dementia that...
Weight changes in older adults may speed up memory decline
A new study from Penn State suggests that older adults who lose weight or experience weight changes over time may face faster memory and...
Scientists find a big hidden cause of dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It leads to memory problems, confusion, and trouble with thinking clearly.
Despite many...
Study finds new cause of Alzheimer’s disease
For many years, scientists have focused on two harmful proteins, called A-beta and tau, when studying Alzheimer’s disease.
These proteins form sticky clumps in the...
Do people with dementia know they have it? the surprising truth
Dementia is a health condition that many people worry about.
It’s not just about forgetting things. Over time, it can affect how a person thinks,...
Artificial sweeteners may make your brain age faster
Some sugar substitutes might have unexpected effects on long-term brain health, according to a study published in Neurology® on September 3, 2025.
Researchers found that...
Playing rugby is linked to higher dementia risk, study finds
A new study from the University of Auckland has found that former high-level male rugby players in New Zealand are more likely to develop...
Multiple mental health disorders greatly increase dementia risk
New research has found that the risk of developing dementia rises sharply with the number of mental health disorders a person has, with the...