Obesity continues to be a growing worldwide public health problem, with up to 1.9 billion adults globally considered to be overweight or obese. And…
The exact causes behind dementia are varied and at times unclear. We know that genetic factors — like carrying the APOE4 gene — can…
In a study of 1.3 million people in the U.S. and Europe, scientists have found that having a higher BMI (body mass index) is…
Some early studies suggested a class of diabetes drugs called GLP-1 agonists, which have been proven to also help people lose weight and reduce…
Researcher James Galvin speaks about how the loss of muscle mass in aging can influence our cognitive health. While previous research has found that…
Researchers in China taught village health providers how to prescribe blood pressure medication. Despite not being doctors, this intervention lowered blood pressure and dementia…
This installment of our quarterly Trials Update captures the latest developments in Alzheimer’s and other dementia clinical trials, from January 2025 to present. We’ve…
Many indicators suggest that dementia has become a full-blown public health crisis. Looking at just the Alzheimer’s Association’s annual Facts and Figures report, for…
Light pollution is a growing issue. Over the past 25 years, artificial lighting has surged by 49% worldwide. For perspective, the brightness of the…
2024 was a big year for our Live Talks series, covering topics from caregiving to seizures to Long COVID. Here were our top 10…
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When entrepreneur Eben Pingree’s mother, 78, and father-in-law, 80, were both diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in the same week about two years ago, it shook…
From the crispy crunch of fresh veggies to the creamy indulgence of decadent desserts, we all have different food preferences. Our palates develop uniquely,…
The Lancet Commission on dementia prevention and intervention, a global project that gets scientists to review the evidence for risk factors of dementia every few…
With scientists studying if new semaglutide weight loss drugs could potentially treat dementia, many have questions about the potential impact of Ozempic and Wegovy…