Some common drugs may harm your memory, study finds
When you take medicine for health problems like high blood pressure or allergies, you usually expect it to help you feel better. But a...
Study reveals new cause of dementia
Dementia is a difficult condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and everyday tasks.
While scientists have studied it...
Smart pen detects Parkinson’s disease early with over 96% accuracy
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles have created a new kind of diagnostic tool that looks like a pen but does something...
New blood test shows Alzheimer’s severity, guiding personalized treatment
A groundbreaking study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Lund University in Sweden has introduced a new blood test that...
Brain changes in older adults can reduce social activity
As people age, staying socially connected becomes harder—even though social engagement is essential for both mental and physical health. A new study from Nanyang...
Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s and dementia
A new study from the University of Copenhagen has uncovered a key piece of the puzzle behind Parkinson’s disease, a brain disorder that affects...
Alzheimer’s biomarkers found in other dementias can complicate diagnosis
An international study led by the University of Gothenburg has revealed that proteins typically associated with Alzheimer’s disease—β-amyloid and tau—are also found in people...
Can a common drug help treat vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia is one of the most common forms of dementia, caused by reduced blood flow to the brain. With the number of people...
Digital brain tests can detect dementia early and easily
A group of studies from the Indiana University School of Medicine has found that quick digital brain health screenings during regular doctor visits could...
Healthy habits can lower your dementia risk—even if it runs in the family
Dementia is a heartbreaking condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life.
It’s tough not just on the person living with it but also on...