Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is often associated with more than just memory loss—it represents a gradual decline in thinking, reasoning, and everyday functioning, affecting a person’s sense...
Healthy habits to prevent stroke and dementia in older people
As we age, taking care of our brain and heart becomes increasingly important. Two of the most serious health concerns for older adults are...
Eating red meat may increase dementia risk
A new study by researchers from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute has found a significant...
Green tea may help prevent brain lesions in older adults
A study by researchers at Kanazawa University in Japan found that drinking green tea regularly may reduce certain types of brain damage in older...
A breakthrough in diagnosing Lewy body dementia
Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have made a major breakthrough in diagnosing Lewy body disease, a leading cause of dementia.
Until now, the only...
Epilepsy is linked to poor brain health, study finds
A recent study has revealed that epilepsy significantly affects brain health, including thinking, movement, and mental well-being.
The findings, published on December 31 in the Journal...
Healthy habits to prevent stroke and dementia in older adults
As we grow older, protecting our brain and body becomes a top priority.
Two of the biggest health concerns for older adults are strokes and...
Where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the U.S.
A new study has revealed where Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that causes memory loss and cognitive decline, is most common in the United States.
The...
How your nose could predict Alzheimer’s and dementia
Our sense of smell does more than just alert us to dangers like fire or let us enjoy delicious meals. It might also hold...
Common drugs may affect memory function
Medicines we take for everyday health problems often come with side effects. A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, revealed a...