Some widely used drugs may affect memory function, study finds
When people take medicine for everyday problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues, they usually expect relief — not new health concerns....
Why early dementia screening matters: Millions are missing out
Many older adults are not getting tested for dementia, even though early detection can help them get better care and plan for the future,...
Can dirty air and diet affect your risk of dementia? A new study suggests...
Dementia is a serious condition that affects how the brain works. It can cause memory loss, trouble thinking clearly, and changes in behavior. It...
How’s your balance? Here’s what that could mean for heart and brain health
It's an ability and skill often taken for granted. It affects quality of life and has been linked to heart disease and stroke.
As we...
Changes to speech and language can help detect Alzheimer’s early – here are five...
Ten million people are diagnosed with dementia worldwide each year – that’s more than ever. According to the Alzheimer’s Society approximately one million people...
Can blood pressure medications help prevent dementia?
A new study has found that taking medicine for high blood pressure may lower the risk of dementia in older adults. This brings hope...
Women show faster tau buildup in Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
A new study has found that women with high levels of β-amyloid (Aβ), a protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease, experience faster buildup of another...
AI software can diagnose Parkinson’s with 96% accuracy
Diagnosing Parkinson’s disease can be challenging, especially in its early stages. Studies show that doctors get it right only 55% to 78% of the...
The nun study provides a unique window into aging and dementia
For more than 30 years, a group of Catholic nuns unknowingly helped scientists uncover key insights into aging, dementia, and cognitive resilience.
The Nun Study, a...
Early menopause could increase Alzheimer’s risk, study finds
A recent study suggests that early menopause may raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease in women.
Researchers from Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the University...