A healthier heart linked to better cognitive functions
In a new study from the Queen Mary University of London, researchers found that people with healthier heart structure and function appear to have...
Dementia linked to smoking and heart disease
In a new study from the Translational Genomics Research Institute, researchers found strong associations between smoking and heart disease on cognitive function.
They found both...
This common tooth disease may increase risks of dementia
In a recent study from Malmö University, researchers found cognitive functioning and dementia risk can be dramatically affected by oral health.
They found periodontitis is...
New finding may help develop eye test to detect Alzheimer’s before symptoms
In a new study from Western Sydney University, researchers found a connection between the accumulation of rogue proteins in the eye and Alzheimer's disease.
The...
Reduced kidney function may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease is when a person's kidneys progressively lose their ability to filter waste from the blood and eliminate fluids.
In a new study...
This healthy diet may strongly prevent memory loss and dementia
In a new study, researchers found that eating a Mediterranean diet that is rich in fish, vegetables and olive oil may protect your brain...
Even short-term exposure to air pollution may harm your cognition
In a new study from Columbia University, researchers found that exposure to air pollution, even over the course of just a few weeks, can...
Treat this sleep problem may reduce dementia risk
In a new study from Michigan Medicine, researchers found older adults who received positive airway pressure therapy prescribed for obstructive sleep apnea may be...
Why people with type 2 diabetes develop dementia
In a new study from Imperial College London, researchers found why people with type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop dementia.
They analyzed ‘cardio-metabolic...
This eye problem may signal higher risk of dementia
In a new study from Anglia Ruskin University, researchers found that older people with vision loss are much more likely to suffer mild cognitive...