Losing sense of smell is linked to dementia and death
A new study published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery has uncovered a surprising link between the sense of smell and overall health in...
Common causes of young-onset dementia
When people think of dementia, they often imagine it as a condition that only affects the elderly. But dementia is not limited to old...
Blood pressure drugs may protect against dementia, study finds
A new study has brought promising news for older adults, suggesting that taking medication to lower high blood pressure may also help reduce the...
This probiotic cocktail could help prevent dementia
Dr. Hariom Yadav, a researcher from the University of South Florida, believes a special "cocktail" of probiotics may hold the key to reducing the...
Watching your blood pressure can help prevent this brain lesion
A new study from scientists at the University of Miami has found an important connection between blood pressure and brain health, especially as we...
Room temperature can affect cognitive function in older people
A recent study has found that indoor temperatures can significantly impact how well older adults can focus and think clearly. The research was done...
Study shows major cause of cognitive decline and memory loss
Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made a significant breakthrough in understanding why memory and learning abilities tend to decline...
How aging disrupts brain connections and memory functions
As people get older, many begin to notice small lapses in memory—forgetting names, losing track of where things are, or struggling to remember simple...
Lowering this blood pressure number may protect brain from dementia, stroke
Scientists at the University of Miami have discovered that the lower number in a blood pressure reading—called diastolic blood pressure—may hold important clues about...
This sleep problem is directly linked to cognitive decline
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It happens when the muscles in the throat relax...