Time of day affects dementia diagnosis, new study finds
New research from the University of Surrey has revealed that the time of day when blood is taken can significantly impact test results used...
Scientists link chronic pain to higher dementia risk in older people
A new study led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has found that older Australians suffering from chronic pain are at a significantly...
Older adults who fall may have higher dementia risk, study warns
A new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital reveals that older adults who experience a serious fall are more likely to develop dementia, including...
How the MIND diet could help prevent memory loss
A new study suggests that people who follow the MIND diet may have a lower risk of developing memory and thinking problems later in...
Eating berries, tea, and dark chocolate may help lower dementia risk, study finds
A new study has shown that eating foods rich in flavonoids—like berries, tea, red wine, and dark chocolate—may reduce the risk of developing dementia.
This...
Scientists find a new cause of dementia
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to significant declines in memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out...
How common drugs may affect your memory function
When you take medicine for everyday health issues like allergies or high blood pressure, you expect it to improve your well-being.
However, a study from...
Scientists warn multiple surgeries could lead to cognitive decline in older adults
A new study led by the University of Sydney has found that undergoing multiple surgeries may contribute to cognitive decline in older adults.
The research,...
Scientists find hidden link between a blood pressure number and dementia
Imagine visiting your doctor and having your blood pressure checked. You’re probably familiar with the machine that wraps around your arm, squeezes a bit,...
Too much of this hormone linked to cognitive decline in older people
Thyrotoxicosis is a condition where there is too much thyroid hormone in the body, and new research from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that...