Dementia often goes undiagnosed for 4 years, study finds
Many people with dementia wait a long time before getting a proper diagnosis.
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has...
Could full-fat cheese and cream help prevent dementia?
For many years, people have been told to avoid full-fat dairy foods like cheese and cream because they contain a lot of saturated fat.
These...
Study shows big cause of Parkinson’s and dementia
Millions of people in the United States are affected by Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
These are both serious brain conditions that cause...
Hormone therapy does not affect dementia risk in older women, study finds
A new large study has found that hormone therapy used during menopause does not increase or decrease the risk of dementia in women.
This research,...
Just 20 minutes of exercise twice a week may slow dementia
How much exercise does it take to help slow down memory loss in older adults? A new study has found the answer: at least...
Frailty and depression together may greatly raise dementia risk
A large international study has found that when older adults have both physical frailty and depression, their risk of developing dementia rises sharply.
The researchers...
How body-wide inflammation may quietly damage the brain
Inflammation in the body is often linked to feeling sick, tired, or feverish, but scientists have long suspected that its effects can reach much...
New drug can stop Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms start
A new drug being developed by scientists at Northwestern University may offer an exciting way to slow down or prevent Alzheimer's disease before symptoms...
Heart failure, irregular heartbeat and coronary heart disease linked to cognitive impairment
A new report from the American Heart Association reveals a strong connection between heart health and brain health.
The statement, titled “Cardiac Contributions to Brain...
This sleep hormone may protect your memory secretly
Scientists from Tokyo Medical and Dental University have found something exciting that could help protect memory as we get older.
Their study focused on melatonin,...