10 early signs of dementia everyone should know
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It is not a normal part of aging,...
Caring for someone with dementia may raise your own risk for cognitive decline
A new report warns that people who care for loved ones with dementia may be putting their own brain health at risk, due in...
Big study links gut microbiome and daily chemicals to Parkinson’s disease
New research is bringing us closer to understanding how gut health may be tied to Parkinson’s disease, one of the world’s most common and...
Mouth and gut bacteria may cause memory loss in Parkinson’s disease
Scientists have found new evidence that bacteria in the mouth and gut could be linked to memory problems in people with Parkinson’s disease.
The study,...
How mouth bacteria may help—or harm—our memory as we age
As we grow older, the bacteria in our mouths could play an unexpected role in how well our brains work. A recent study has...
Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people
Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...
Penicillin use may help lower Parkinson’s risk, study finds
A surprising new study from Rutgers Health has found that people who took penicillin antibiotics multiple times had a slightly lower risk of developing...
Are common sleep drugs linked to dementia? New study urges caution
Insomnia—difficulty falling or staying asleep—is a common problem that affects millions of people.
To get a better night’s sleep, many turn to sleep medications, whether...
Riding a bike may help lower dementia risk in older adults
A large international study has found that older adults who regularly ride a bicycle for transportation may have a lower risk of developing dementia...
Lowering blood pressure strongly reduces dementia risk, study confirms
Dementia is now the fifth leading cause of death worldwide, placing a heavy burden on families, healthcare systems, and economies.
As there are still no...