Research finds a surprising cause of dementia and potential new treatment
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to memory loss, confusion, and difficulties with everyday tasks.
Despite years of research,...
Study finds key age windows to prevent cognitive decline
A new study has revealed that brain aging doesn’t follow a smooth, gradual decline but instead happens in distinct phases, with critical transition points.
Researchers from Stony Brook...
Poor kidney function linked to cognitive decline and brain shrinkage
A new Canadian study has found that chronic kidney disease (CKD) is linked to lower cognitive performance, affecting reasoning, memory, and reaction time.
The research,...
Metabolic disorders strongly linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common type of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide.
It causes memory loss and a decline in thinking skills,...
This common chemical may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Scientists from the University of Rochester and other institutions have found new evidence that a common industrial chemical, trichloroethylene (TCE), may be linked to Parkinson’s...
Reducing bioenergetic age may help lower Alzheimer’s risk
Scientists have discovered that how well a person’s cells generate energy—what they call “bioenergetic age”—could be a strong predictor of their risk for Alzheimer’s...
Poor sleep may harm brain health, study finds
A new study from The Australian National University (ANU) suggests that poor sleep may contribute to brain shrinkage and increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like...
A new way to detect early signs of memory loss
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Catching it early can make a big difference, as early treatment...
These common medications may harm memory in older people
Many people take medicine for everyday health problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues. These medications help manage symptoms, making life easier.
But...
Which blood pressure number can predict your dementia risk?
A recent study from the University of Miami suggests that diastolic blood pressure—the lower number in a blood pressure reading—may be an important factor...