Understanding the stages of dementia and their symptoms
Dementia is a broad term used to describe a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life.
It is not a single...
Both blood pressure numbers can show your dementia risk
A new study from the University of Miami, published in the journal Stroke, highlights the importance of diastolic blood pressure (DBP)—the bottom number on a...
Wildfire smoke may increase dementia risk, study finds
A new study indicates that the increasing wildfires driven by climate change could pose a significant threat to future brain health.
Researchers presented their findings...
Healthier blood pressure means lower dementia risk, study finds
A team of researchers from Beijing Anzhen Hospital and other institutions conducted a study on the relationship between blood pressure control and brain health....
Processed red meats linked to higher dementia risk
A new study suggests that consuming processed red meats like bacon and hot dogs can increase the risk of developing dementia.
According to the research,...
How fish oil pills benefit people with high genetic risk of Alzheimer’s
A clinical trial at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has found that fish oil supplements may benefit a specific group of older adults...
Addressing 14 key risk factors can help prevent dementia effectively
A major study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC 2024) and published in The Lancet suggests that nearly half of dementia cases...
This blood test provides a new hope for early dementia diagnosis
Before extensive research was conducted, Alzheimer's disease could only be confidently diagnosed after death.
Medical professionals would examine the brain for physical changes, such as...
Mindfulness training can alter consciousness, study finds
A recent study by researchers at the University of Cambridge has revealed that mindfulness training can lead to altered states of consciousness, such as...
Diet and Alzheimer’s: What is the link?
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults...