How to use a healthy lifestyle to prevent dementia
A new Alzheimer’s disease drug will hit the market soon, the first in nearly two decades. But some experts say the evidence for it...
These 2 health issues may double your dementia risk
In a recent study published in Neurology, researchers found that losing both eyesight and hearing functions may put you at greater risk of dementia...
This simple blood test can accurately detect dementia in older people
In a new study from King's College London, researchers found that a single biomarker can accurately indicate the presence of underlying neurodegeneration in people...
This eye problem may increase risk of dementia
In a recent study published in Ageing Clinical and Experimental Research, researchers found that older people with vision loss are much more likely to...
Lack of sleep in middle age may increase dementia risk
Not sleeping enough can harm your health. It raises your risk of many diseases and disorders. A new study found this may include dementia.
The...
Common painkillers may increase fall risk in people with cognitive decline
In a new study from Texas A&M University, researchers found that older adults with cognitive impairment are two to three times more likely to...
Your walking speed may show your dementia and depression risks
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...
This type of drug may increase dementia risk
In a recent study published in the BMJ, researchers found that long-term use of anticholinergic antidepressants is linked to a higher risk of dementia.
This...
Healthy lifestyle can lower dementia risk despite family history of dementia
In a new study from Iowa State University, researchers found that adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors can lower dementia risk among people who are at...
Too much TV watching in midlife may increase cognitive decline later
In three new studies, researchers found that spending moderate to high amounts of time watching television throughout midlife was linked to greater cognitive decline...