Is it normal aging or early signs of dementia?
As we age, it’s common to forget a name or misplace keys once in a while, but how do you know if these memory...
Heart health and the brain: Why men may face cognitive decline sooner than women
A recent study suggests that men with risk factors for heart disease, such as obesity, may experience brain health decline about 10 years earlier...
Scientists find major causes of Parkinson’s and dementia
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that affects about one million people in the U.S. It happens when the brain loses cells that produce...
Can vitamin B protect older people from dementia?
Dementia is a brain disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, primarily in older adults but sometimes in younger people too. While many know...
Common drugs linked to memory problems in older people
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has found a troubling link between certain commonly used medications and an increased risk...
How social activities can help slow dementia
Dementia affects millions of people worldwide, causing memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with daily activities. While there’s no cure yet, research shows that staying...
This supplement for sleep may protect memory function, study finds
Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have uncovered an exciting potential way to preserve memory and combat cognitive decline, a challenge many face...
Lower BMI may be an early sign of cognitive decline
Body mass index (BMI), a simple calculation based on a person’s weight and height, may hold clues about the early stages of cognitive decline.
A...
How loneliness can worsen memory loss and increase dementia risk
Social connections are essential for mental health, and this is especially true for older adults at risk of or living with dementia.
Dementia affects memory,...
Vitamin D can improve memory but slow down reactions in older adults
Vitamin D, a vital nutrient for maintaining strong bones, may also affect memory and brain function in older adults.
A recent study from Rutgers University...