Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and leads to problems with memory, thinking, and daily activities. For many people, the idea of...
Midlife health problems may raise risk of dementia before age 65
A new study has found that people with certain health problems in their 40s and 50s—such as high blood pressure, excess belly fat, and...
Understanding the different types of dementia
Dementia is a general term that describes a decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills that is serious enough to interfere with daily life.
It...
COVID-19 may trigger Alzheimer’s-like brain changes—and the eye could hold the clues
A new study from Yale University reveals that COVID-19 might play a role in triggering brain changes similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s disease—and...
Does memory loss always mean dementia?
Many people worry when they or someone they love starts to forget things more often.
It’s common to wonder, “Is this normal aging or is...
Best ways to slow down dementia progression
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, and it tends to get worse over time.
While there is currently no cure for...
Your blood pressure may reveal hidden clues about dementia
When you visit the doctor and get your blood pressure checked, you usually see two numbers. These numbers are called systolic and diastolic pressure,...
Scientists find a surprising cause of dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects how people think, remember, and behave. It mostly happens in older adults, but younger people can also be...
Study links common medications to memory decline in older adults
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has found a possible link between a group of commonly used medications and memory...
Big early signs of dementia in older adults
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and everyday functioning. It is more common in older adults and can develop slowly over time.
Understanding...