Scientists find overuse of mental drugs in people with Alzheimer’s and dementia
A new study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society raises concerns about the overprescription of antipsychotic drugs in patients with Alzheimer's...
Retina thickness linked to cognitive decline in older people
A new study shows that the thickness of a specific part of the eye might be a clue to how well the brain is...
Scientists find new causes of vascular dementia, Alzheimer’s disease
We often hear that Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia degrade the brain, but we haven't fully understood how.
Now, a team of scientists at Oregon...
Coffee and tea could lower stroke and dementia risk, study finds
Good news for coffee and tea lovers! A recent study says that drinking a moderate amount of these beverages may lower your chances of...
Scientists find a new biomarker for vascular dementia
Vascular dementia, a subtype of dementia characterized by symptoms such as memory loss and behavioral issues, is generally diagnosed in the elderly.
Affecting between 1%...
Migraine headaches linked to lower cognitive and language functions, says study
Migraines are more than just a headache; they can have a range of associated symptoms and have been linked to other health conditions.
A recent...
Migraine headaches increases risk of dementia, study finds
Migraines have long been a subject of medical research due to their complex etiology and debilitating effects.
A recent study published in The Journal of...
Scientists find association between systemic inflammation and dementia risk
Dementia, a debilitating condition affecting millions globally, has various underlying mechanisms that researchers are keen to understand.
Previous studies have suggested that systemic inflammation might...
What your blood pressure numbers say about your brain health
What Those Numbers Mean at the Doctor's Office
You've probably had a band wrapped around your arm at the doctor's office while they squeeze a...
Scientists issue guidance on new treatments for early Alzheimer’s disease
New treatments using special proteins, known as monoclonal antibodies, to remove harmful brain plaques are giving hope to people suffering from early stages of...