New test may help fight against Lewy body dementia and Parkinson’s
Lewy body disease is a serious condition that affects the brain and can change how a person thinks, moves, and remembers. It is not...
Feeling lonely may hurt memory early, but not speed up cognitive decline, study finds
As people grow older, many begin to worry about memory loss and mental decline. Scientists have long tried to understand what factors might increase...
Study finds how to slow brain damage in Parkinson’s and dementia
Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia are serious conditions that affect the brain and change how people move, think, and live their daily lives.
Millions...
How long can people live with dementia?
Being told that you or a loved one has dementia can be one of the most emotional and life-changing moments a person can face....
Smoking may increase dementia risk, study shows
Smoking has long been linked to serious health problems, including heart disease, lung disease, and cancer.
Over the years, scientists have also found that smoking...
Scientists discover new disease linked to early aging and brain problems
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown genetic disease that causes signs of early aging along with serious problems in brain function.
The study, led by...
A simple blood test may detect memory decline years early
Many people worry about memory loss as they get older. Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is one of the most serious conditions affecting the brain.
It...
This common drug may prevent vascular dementia, study finds
Vascular dementia is one of the most common types of dementia, and it happens when the brain does not get enough blood flow.
The brain...
Some plant-based diets may increase dementia risk
Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is a serious condition that affects memory, thinking, and the ability to live independently.
As populations age, more people are being...
A simple constipation drug may increase risk of memory loss and dementia
Constipation is a common problem that many people experience at some point in their lives. It can happen when a person does not eat...