Men and women have different risks of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease
In a new review study, researchers found that men and women are impacted differently by brain diseases, like Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.
They found...
Eye problems may signal higher risk of dementia, stroke, early death
In a new study, researchers found that pictures of the retina may someday provide early warning signs that a person is at an increased...
Dementia may be a risk factor for infection but not death from COVID-19
People who have dementia are at much higher risk of becoming infected with COVID-19, but no more likely to die from it than those...
Plant-based diets can improve your heart function, brain health
In a new study, researchers found that people could improve their heart health and brain function by changing their diet.
They found that by eating...
Why some older people can keep their minds dementia-free
In a new study, researchers found a key reason some people remain sharp as a tack into their 80s and 90s: Their brains resist...
These common jobs can increase dementia risk by more than half
In a recent study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, researchers found that hard physical work is linked to...
These two types of dementia linked to Parkinson’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that five genes may play a critical role in determining whether a person will suffer from Lewy body...
Nightly sleep of 5 hours, less, may increase risk of dementia
In a new study, researchers examined the connection between sleep disturbances and deficiencies among older adults and the risk of dementia and death.
They found...
Mid-life heart disease prevention may prevent later dementia
In a new study, researchers found that using heart disease prevention strategies in mid-life may delay or stop the brain alterations that can lead...
Regular exercise may help prevent dementia, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that regular exercise can improve brain function and may protect against dementia in middle-aged and older adults, with...