Why rugby players may face greater dementia risk later in life
A new study from the University of Auckland has found that former male rugby players in New Zealand face a higher risk of developing...
Everyday dyes could hold the key to diagnosing dementia
When an older loved one begins to forget things, getting a clear diagnosis can be frustratingly difficult.
Even for Alzheimer’s disease—the most common form of...
Why weight changes in older adults may speed up memory decline
As people get older, it’s natural for their memory and thinking skills to slowly decline.
But new research from Penn State suggests that weight loss...
Traffic air pollution linked to dementia risk
A recent meta-analysis suggests that breathing in air pollution from traffic, specifically a type called PM2.5, may be linked to a higher risk of...
Low-birth-weight deliveries may increase dementia risk later in life
A new study has found that people who give birth to babies weighing less than 5.5 pounds may face a higher risk of memory...
Air pollution linked to higher risk of dementia, study finds
Air pollution could be increasing the risk of dementia, according to a major analysis of research involving nearly 30 million people.
Scientists found that tiny...
Unexpected weight loss in midlife may signal dementia risk
Dementia is a serious global health problem. Right now, about 50 million people have dementia, and that number is expected to rise to over...
Could everyday blood pressure drugs harm your memory?
Many of us take medicine to treat things like colds, allergies, or high blood pressure.
But did you know that some of these common drugs...
Scientists find major cause of early dementia
Many people think dementia only affects older adults, but that’s not always true.
While most cases do happen in people over 65, a smaller group...
New study links neuron overactivity to Parkinson’s disease
Certain brain cells are responsible for coordinating smooth, controlled movements of the body.
But when those cells are constantly overactivated for weeks on end, they...