How to support people with dementia
Many older Americans worry about their risk for developing some form of dementia, and with good reason.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, someone in the...
This exercise may improve memory in seniors
In a new study, researchers examined the impact of exercise on the brain and found that high-intensity workouts improve memory in older adults.
The study...
People with autism have a more symmetrical brain
In a new study, researchers found fewer differences between the right and left hemispheres in people with autism.
They found differences in brain asymmetry between...
Common early sign of heart disease also may show high cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found microvascular endothelial dysfunction, a common early sign of heart disease, is linked to a greater risk of cancer.
The...
6 skin care tips that dermatologists use themselves
Board-certified dermatologists are experts when it comes to the skin, hair and nails, diagnosing and treating more than 3,000 diseases and conditions, including skin...
Major surgery may decrease your brain functions, study shows
Cognitive decline is the gradual loss of brain functioning that occurs with aging.
It often starts decades before the conventional definition of old age and...
Different types of Alzheimer’s disease may require different treatments
In a new study, researchers examined a key region of the brain and found that patterns of Alzheimer's-related damage differed by subtype and age...
Scientists discover a new brain disease
In a new study, researchers have discovered a genetic brain disease that can cause paraplegia and epilepsy in sufferers.
The research was conducted by a...
Should you take CBD for pain relief?
CBD, short for cannabidiol, is undergoing a surge in popularity as the hot new supplement, with a promise to treat a variety of conditions...
The eyes have it for high blood pressure clues
When Dr. William White shines a bright light in his patient's eye, he's looking for more than just vision problems.
He's searching for clues indicating...