11 ways to reduce your risk of dementia
This article was originally published in February 2023 and was updated August 7, 2024 to reflect the 2024 Lancet Commission report, which adds vision...
New hope for Parkinson’s patients: Dementia risk lower than previously thought
Good news for people with Parkinson's disease: a new study suggests that the risk of developing dementia may be lower than previously believed, or...
How eyes can show signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai conducted a thorough study to understand how changes in the retina relate to brain changes in Alzheimer’s disease.
This work is a...
Research finds new biomarker for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impacts millions of people worldwide, leading to cognitive decline, memory loss, and other neurological symptoms.
It is...
Lower BMI linked to early signs of cognitive impairment
Body mass index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person's weight and height.
It is determined by dividing the weight in kilograms by the...
Boost your brain: The incredible power of a healthy diet
Recent research has shown that our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining not just our physical well-being but also our brain health.
Eating a...
Seaweed antioxidants could help prevent Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson's disease is a serious brain disorder that affects movement and thinking. It happens because certain brain cells, called neurons, die.
These neurons produce dopamine,...
Affordable exercise classes help seniors stay active and healthy
A recent study from Monash University has found that older Australians would exercise more and better if exercise classes were more affordable.
The research, led...
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...