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Oxford Study finds link between poor metabolic health and higher risk of dementia

New research from Oxford Population Health reveals a significant association between poor metabolic health and a heightened risk of developing dementia. Published in the journal...

I in 10 older Americans have dementia and cognitive decline in the U.S.

Columbia University researchers have recently published the first nationally representative study in over 20 years on the rates of dementia and mild cognitive issues...

Common heart disease triggers also increase dementia risk, study finds

Underlines Importance of Cardiovascular Care for Preventing Dementia A groundbreaking study by the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) in Madrid adds weight to the...

How physically hard jobs affect memory and thinking, increase cognitive impairment

Your Job and Your Brain Health Have you ever wondered if your job could affect your mental sharpness as you age? A new study reveals that...

How physically hard jobs affect memory and thinking, increase cognitive impairment

Your Job and Your Brain Health Have you ever wondered if your job could affect your mental sharpness as you age? A new study reveals that...

How air pollution and vitamin B could affect your dementia risk

What's the Connection? Air pollution is a growing problem that affects our health in ways we're only starting to understand. We all know that smoggy...

Treating high blood pressure may lower dementia risk, says new study

Latest Research in JAMA Network Open Offers Hope for Aging Adults A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has found that antihypertensive medication can...

Anxiety meds may impact cognitive function over time

The Helpful but Risky Pills When people struggle with anxiety or have trouble sleeping, doctors often prescribe medications called benzodiazepines. These pills are good at calming...

Scientists use wearable sensors and AI to optimize Parkinson’s disease treatment

Managing Parkinson's disease (PD) is an intricate healthcare challenge that requires a personalized approach to medication. A recent study published in the journal Management Science...

Too much sitting may increase your dementia risk, study finds

We all know that sitting too much can be bad for our hearts and waistlines. But did you know it could also affect your...