Scientists find a forgotten symptom of dementia
In a new study, researchers have found a forgotten symptom of dementia.
The symptom is called apathy. It is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of...
This exercise may help prevent cognitive decline
In a new study, researchers found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may help prevent age-related cognitive illnesses, such as dementia.
They found that high-intensity interval...
Healthy lifestyle may offset genetic risk of dementia
In a new study, researchers found that living a healthy lifestyle may help offset a person's genetic risk of dementia.
This is the first study...
What you should know about extra-virgin olive oil and Alzheimer’s disease
In a recent study, researchers found that a specific ingredient of the Mediterranean diet could protect against cognitive decline: extra-virgin olive oil.
The Mediterranean diet,...
This high blood pressure drug may help treat dementia and Parkinson’s
In a new study, researchers found that a prescribed high blood pressure drug may help treat Huntington’s, Parkinson’s and dementia.
The research was conducted by...
These brain activities may help prevent memory loss
In a new study, researchers found that mentally stimulating activities are linked to lower risk or delay of age-related memory loss called mild cognitive...
Scientists confirm common prostate cancer treatment linked to dementia
In a new study, researchers found that a hormone-blocking treatment for prostate cancer may increase the risk of dementia in patients.
The treatment is androgen...
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
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...