Maintaining deep sleep could reduce dementia risk in older adults
A study led by Associate Professor Matthew Pase from Monash School of Psychological Sciences reveals that even a mere 1% reduction in deep sleep...
Brain shrinkage in the hippocampus linked to cognitive decline, study finds
With the emergence of drugs targeting Alzheimer's-related amyloid-beta plaques in the brain, there's a growing need to differentiate between Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative...
New technique holds promise for treating autoimmune diseases
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking technique that could revolutionize the discovery and development of treatments for autoimmune diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and...
Why men and women have different Alzheimer’s disease risk and severity
Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic have conducted a study shedding light on the sex-specific factors that may contribute to women's increased risk for Alzheimer's...
Fluctuating blood pressure linked to higher dementia risk in older people
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) has found that fluctuations in blood pressure can elevate the risk...
Scientists find cause of memory decline in some older adults
Aging can bring about various changes in our bodies, and one of the most noticeable ones is a decline in memory function. However, not...
Blood pressure drugs may reduce dementia risk in older people
A recent study suggests that taking blood pressure medications, known as antihypertensives, could lower the risk of dementia in older adults with high blood...
Why some older adults experience memory decline
As we grow older, our memory tends to change, and for some older adults, this decline in memory can be faster than for others.
Researchers...
Scientists Find Big Causes of Parkinson’s Disease And Lewy Body Dementia
Around one million people in the United States are affected by Parkinson's disease, a disorder that makes everyday activities challenging.
This condition occurs when certain...
Wasabi Is A Surprising Memory Booster, Study Finds
Did you know that wasabi, that green spicy stuff you find with sushi, might actually help boost your memory?
A new study conducted in Japan...