Sleep Apnea Linked to Poor Memory and Greater Dementia Risk
Many people think of snoring as little more than an annoyance, but for some people it may be a sign of a serious medical...
Simple Blood Test May Predict Dementia Decades Before Symptoms
Dementia is usually noticed when a person begins forgetting names, repeating questions, getting lost, or struggling with everyday tasks.
However, scientists now know that the...
A Single Gene May Raise Dementia Risk While Lowering Cancer Risk
For many years, doctors have noticed something unusual.
People who develop dementia often seem less likely to develop cancer, while people who have had cancer...
Could High Blood Sugar Be Aging Your Brain Faster?
The human brain naturally changes as we grow older. Starting in our 30s or 40s, the brain slowly becomes smaller, and some nerve cells...
This Old Vaccine May Help Protect the Brain From Alzheimer’s
Scientists have long used vaccines to protect people from infectious diseases. However, researchers are now discovering that some vaccines may do much more than...
Why Some People Have High Blood Pressure but a Slow Pulse
When most people think about heart health, they often focus on two important numbers: blood pressure and pulse rate.
Because both are linked to the...
Could Some Everyday Medicines Quietly Raise the Risk of Memory Loss?
Millions of people take medicines every day to manage common health problems such as allergies, high blood pressure, depression, motion sickness, and many other...
Stop Smoking May Help Prevent Dementia
Many smokers worry that if they stop smoking they will gain weight. While this concern is understandable, new research suggests that quitting is still...
Quitting Smoking May Help Protect Your Brain From Dementia
Giving up smoking is one of the best decisions a person can make for their health. Most people know that quitting lowers the risk...
Common Constipation Drug May Increase Risk of Dementia
Constipation is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Many people experience it from time to time because of changes in...