More older people now have memory problems and higher dementia risk
In a recent study, researchers looked at the health records of more than 1.3 million people in the UK who were between the ages...
Dementia diagnosis takes an average of 3.5 years
People with dementia are diagnosed an average of 3.5 years after symptoms are first noticed, or even longer (4.1 years) for those with early-onset...
A smell test could help catch Lewy body dementia early
Lewy body disease is a serious brain condition that affects how people think, move, and remember things. It is the second most common type...
Scientists discover deep cause of memory loss in older people
Scientists from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found a key process that may explain why our memory and thinking abilities decline...
Do people with dementia realize they have it?
Dementia is a condition that many people fear. It’s not only about memory loss—it also affects thinking, decision-making, and the ability to remember important...
Red meat in a healthy diet could benefit the brain, study suggests
For years, red meat has been linked to heart disease, prompting many health experts to recommend cutting back or eliminating it.
But new research from...
New blood test could diagnose Parkinson’s disease earlier
Parkinson’s disease is best known for its impact on the central nervous system, causing symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slow movement.
However, new research...
Commonly used drugs linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
Cognitive decline can range from mild memory problems to severe dementia, which can greatly affect daily life.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of...
Hidden stress may speed up memory loss in older people
Stress that people keep inside may be quietly damaging brain health in older Chinese Americans, according to new research from Rutgers Health.
The study found...
Weekly vigorous exercise may protect brain health in high blood pressure
People with high blood pressure are more likely to experience memory loss and dementia as they age.
But a new study from Wake Forest University...