Sleep drugs may raise dementia risk, study finds
A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease has found that certain sleep medications may increase the risk of dementia in older white adults....
Study finds new cause of dementia and memory loss
Dementia is a serious brain condition that affects millions of people around the world. It causes a gradual loss of memory and thinking skills....
Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Disease is a serious illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive condition, meaning it gets worse over time.
People with...
What you need to know about Lewy body dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a serious brain disorder that gradually affects memory, thinking, movement, and behavior. It is caused by the buildup of...
Scientists explore possible link between cold sores and Alzheimer’s—but no need to panic
A new study has found a possible link between cold sores and Alzheimer’s disease, but experts say there’s no reason for alarm.
The virus that...
Could muscle health predict memory loss? New study says yes
A new study from Japan has found that the quality of your muscles—especially as measured by a simple test—may offer early clues about your...
Understanding common cause of young-onset dementia
When most people hear the word "dementia," they think of older adults. It's often seen as something that comes with aging. But dementia doesn’t...
Bottom blood pressure number may be key to dementia prevention
Most people know that blood pressure is an important sign of how healthy their heart and blood vessels are. It’s measured with two numbers....
Scientists target brain’s ‘security gate’ to fight Alzheimer’s—and it’s working
A newly developed drug that helps protect the brain’s natural defenses is showing promise as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, according to a...
Fewer heart problems could mean fewer dementia cases, study finds
A new study suggests that a large number of dementia cases in the U.S. could be prevented by reducing certain health problems linked to...