Scientists find large genetic changes may increase dementia risk
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have found new genetic risk factors for two types of non-Alzheimer's dementia.
The team analyzed thousands of...
One in ten older Americans has dementia, study finds
Cognitive impairment is a significant public health issue in the United States, especially for those aged 65 and above.
A recent study conducted by researchers...
Does obesity affect your cognitive ability?
A recent study published in PLOS Medicine has found that the links between cognitive ability and body mass index (BMI) may not be as...
Research discovers a hidden cause of dementia
A recent study conducted by researchers at Cedars-Sinai found that some patients diagnosed with behavioral-variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD) may actually have a treatable condition...
6 common questions about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia that can progress slowly or quickly depending on the individual and the severity of the condition.
It is...
Dementia and normal aging: What are the differences?
As we age, changes in our brain and cognitive function are a natural part of the aging process. However, not all changes are the...
What you need to know about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia caused by damage to the blood vessels that supply the brain with oxygen and nutrients.
Scientists find a new cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
While the cause of the disease has remained unknown for centuries, recent research...
Cognitive impairment and obesity: What is the connection?
Obesity is a growing epidemic worldwide and is a major risk factor for the development of several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular...
Excessive belly fat is linked to worse cognitive performance
Heart health has always been an essential component of overall health.
A recent study found that Asians with excess visceral fat are more likely to...