How fish oil pills benefit people with high genetic risk of Alzheimer’s
A clinical trial at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has found that fish oil supplements may benefit a specific group of older adults...
Addressing 14 key risk factors can help prevent dementia effectively
A major study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC 2024) and published in The Lancet suggests that nearly half of dementia cases...
This blood test provides a new hope for early dementia diagnosis
Before extensive research was conducted, Alzheimer's disease could only be confidently diagnosed after death.
Medical professionals would examine the brain for physical changes, such as...
Mindfulness training can alter consciousness, study finds
A recent study by researchers at the University of Cambridge has revealed that mindfulness training can lead to altered states of consciousness, such as...
Diet and Alzheimer’s: What is the link?
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults...
Boosting deep sleep to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
Deep sleep is essential for consolidating memories. People with mild cognitive impairment, an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, often experience sleep disturbances, particularly spending...
These common drugs may cause memory problems in older adults
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has discovered that certain commonly used medications might lead to memory problems.
This study focused...
How being bilingual can keep your mind sharp as you age
Knowing more than one language might help keep your brain sharp as you get older, according to Tanya Dash, a speech-language pathologist and cognitive...
Nasal spray clears proteins linked to Alzheimer’s, study finds
Scientists in America have developed a nasal spray that can remove proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease—at least, in mice.
There are two...
Common steroids are linked to memory problems, study finds
A new study from the University of Bristol has found that taking steroids for a short period can lead to memory problems. Steroids are...