How to exercise to delay dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily functioning. While there is no cure, research shows that engaging in cognitive exercises can...
Xenon gas is a novel approach to Alzheimer’s treatment
A groundbreaking study by researchers from Mass General Brigham and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has identified Xenon gas inhalation as...
What can you do to lower your dementia risk?
Studies predicting growing cases of dementia have been in the news lately.
UVA Today recently brought you the results of a University of Virginia study that found...
Indoor temperatures play a big role in cognitive decline
A recent study has revealed that the temperature inside a home can significantly impact the ability of older adults to concentrate, highlighting an important...
These common drugs can cause memory problems
A recent study has found that taking steroids, even for a short period, can lead to memory problems. Steroids are commonly used to treat...
This test could achieve early diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies
A new study published in Alzheimer's & Dementia highlights a significant step forward in diagnosing Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) in its early stages.
DLB is the...
Study shows major cause of age-related memory loss
Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made an important discovery about why our memory and learning abilities tend to decline...
A big breakthrough in brain disease treatment
Scientists from the University of Liverpool, led by Dr. David Dickens, have identified innovative strategies to overcome one of medicine's greatest challenges: the blood–brain...
How sleep affects your dementia risk
Sleep is essential for your overall health, but it plays an especially important role in protecting your brain.
Research has shown that poor sleep quality...
Study finds a surprising connection between air pollution and dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain, making it hard to remember things, think clearly, and control behavior. It mostly affects older people...