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Why high blood pressure is linked to memory loss

We all know that high blood pressure isn’t good for your heart, but did you know it can also harm your brain? Think of...

Get moving and stay social to reduce your dementia risk

Ever worried that dementia could be in your future, especially if it runs in your family? A new study shows that some really simple stuff—like...

Lowering blood pressure could also prevent dementia, study finds

What’s the Big Deal About Blood Pressure and Brain Health? You've probably heard that high blood pressure isn't good for your heart, but did you...

Crosswords and chess may help lower dementia risk, study confirms

In a robust new study published in JAMA Network Open, Monash University researchers have found that certain activities such as computer use, education classes,...

Why high blood pressure is linked to memory loss

Blood Pressure’s Effect on the Brain High blood pressure, often known as hypertension, isn't just bad for the heart. It can also hurt your brain,...

Seven healthy habits linked to lower risk of dementia, 20-year study finds

New research reveals that adhering to seven healthy lifestyle factors, known as the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7, could significantly lower the risk...

New findings may improve treatment for Parkinson’s disease

Scientists at the Van Andel Institute have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how the brain adapts to damage in circuits related to movement,...

Current dementia risk scores are not accurate, study finds

Dementia is a major global health challenge, with a significant impact on patients, families, and healthcare systems. Accurate risk assessment tools are crucial for...

Scientists find new way to predict dementia risk 14 years early

Why We Need a Reliable Dementia Risk Score Dementia is a growing global issue with up to 50 million people affected, a number expected to...

7 healthy habits can fight off dementia, even if it’s in your genes

Researchers have been studying how our lifestyle choices can affect our risk of getting dementia when we're older. You know dementia, right? It's that sad...