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Statins may help people with dementia live longer

In a new study, researchers found that the use of statins is strongly linked to a reduction in the risk of death in dementia...
Statin drugs may reduce dementia risk in older people after concussion

Statin drugs may reduce dementia risk in older people after concussion

In a new study, researchers found that statins may help reduce dementia risk after concussion in older people. They found that older adults have an...

These drugs for common health problems may increase dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that older people who use strong anticholinergic drugs daily for a long time have nearly a 50% increased...

This heart problem may increase your dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation (AF) is linked to an increased risk of dementia. The...
Scientists find a new tool to diagnose frontotemporal dementia

Scientists find a new tool to diagnose frontotemporal dementia

In a new study, researchers found a special impairment of moral emotions in patients with frontotemporal dementia. This finding may help develop a new approach...
Your walking speed may tell your risk of dementia, depression, and more

Your walking speed may tell your risk of dementia, depression, and more

How fast you walk can tell a lot about your overall health. Recent research has used this information to predict a person’s risk of some...

These high blood pressure drugs may prevent dementia, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s

Recently, researchers have found that drugs commonly used for the high blood pressure may protect brain health and prevent several diseases. One study from the...

Coffee may help fight common dementia and Parkinson’s disease

In a recent study, researchers found that a compound in coffee that may work with caffeine to fight Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Both...
These eating habits can protect your brain health

These eating habits may keep your brain sharp

It is known that eating a healthy diet can maintain mental and physical health, preventing many chronic diseases. Recent research has shown that healthy eating...
These high blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk

These high blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that several high blood pressure drugs are linked to lower dementia risk. They suggest that high blood pressure treatments...