Why the bottom number in blood pressure matters for dementia risk
A recent study has found that the bottom number in a blood pressure reading—known as diastolic blood pressure—may be more important for brain health...
Cholesterol-hungry brain cells may explain early Alzheimer’s development
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is often recognized by its well-known symptoms—memory loss, confusion, and cognitive decline.
But long before these signs appear, people may experience sleep...
When it comes to heart and brain health, these are numbers you should know
Heart disease is once again the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to a new statistical report from the American Heart Association.
Cardiovascular...
Study shows big causes of Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that affects nearly one million people in the United States. It makes everyday activities harder by causing symptoms...
Where you live may affect your risk of dementia, study finds
A new study suggests that people living in poorer neighborhoods may have a higher risk of developing dementia compared to those living in more...
How heart health could affect your brain: New study finds a surprising link
New research shows that early signs of heart trouble may be linked to changes in the brain, such as brain shrinkage, which can be...
How cholesterol may play a hidden role in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is best known for causing memory loss and confusion, but early signs often include non-cognitive symptoms like sleep problems, anxiety, and...
Keeping blood pressure under control may lower dementia risk
A new study from researchers at Beijing Anzhen Hospital and other institutions has found that keeping blood pressure under control for a longer period...
Common medications may raise risk of memory problems, study warns
Memory problems are something many people worry about as they age. While some forgetfulness is normal, more serious changes in memory and thinking —...
Widely used heart drugs may lower dementia risk in older adults
A study from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has found that some commonly used cardiovascular medications are linked to a reduced risk of dementia...