Three types of frontotemporal dementia you need to know
Various disorders and factors contribute to the development of dementia.
Neurodegenerative disorders result in a progressive and irreversible loss of neurons and brain functioning.
There are...
Drawing tests could detect Alzheimer’s disease
Changes in drawing traits have been reported in people with early-stage cognitive impairments, but most studies have used a single drawing task only.
Scientists from...
Certain antioxidants may reduce your dementia risk
Scientists from NIH found that certain antioxidants in these foods may also reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
The research is published...
Alzheimer’s disease’s effects are far broader in the body than scientists thought
Scientists from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that Alzheimer’s disease's effects are far broader in the body than researchers realized.
The research is published...
High blood pressure in middle and late life boosts dementia risk
Scientists from Johns Hopkins found abnormal blood pressure in midlife persisting into late life increases the likelihood of developing dementia.
The study suggests that maintaining...
Arterial stiffness may predict dementia risk, study finds
Scientists from the University of Pittsburgh found arterial stiffness may predict dementia risk, independent of brain damage.
The research is published in the Journal of Alzheimer's...
These 2 arthritis drugs may help prevent Parkinson’s disease
Scientists from the University of Eastern Finland found two rheumatoid arthritis drugs show potential for lowering the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
The research is published...
Why people with type 2 diabetes may develop dementia
Scientists from Imperial College London found why people with type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop dementia.
The findings could help identify risk factors for dementia...
Marijuana can lead to long-term cognitive damage
Scientists from Université de Montréal found that cannabis use leads to acute cognitive impairments that may continue beyond the period of intoxication.
The research is...
How to stop dementia from nose
Scientists from Osaka City University found a method to stop dementia from the nose.
The research is published in Frontiers in Neuroscience and was conducted...