As Halloween approaches, families look forward to celebrations, costumes, and candy. However, for individuals living with dementia, the holiday’s sudden noises, flashing lights, and…
Parasites take an enormous toll on human and veterinary health. But researchers may have found a way for patients with brain disorders and a…
How do you decide when it’s time for someone with dementia to stop driving? And how do you have that tough talk about taking…
From the crispy crunch of fresh veggies to the creamy indulgence of decadent desserts, we all have different food preferences. Our palates develop uniquely,…
It’s long been said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but more and more research supports findings that the eyes are…
You’ve driven home from work along the same route for the past five years. But lately, you’ve been stopping at the same intersection, struggling…
Aging is a biological process that no one can avoid. Ideally, growing old should be a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of…
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…
Electroencephalography, or EEG, was invented 100 years ago. In the years since the invention of this device to monitor brain electricity, it has had…
Dementia is not an inevitable consequence of aging. It’s thought that around 40 percent of dementia cases could be prevented (or at least delayed)…
A new study from the UK suggests that the models used to screen for potential future cases of dementia are not reliable predictors of…
The genetic risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is more strongly influenced by the mother’s side than the father’s side, a recent study has discovered….
A recent study has suggested Shingrix, a relatively new vaccine given to protect older adults against shingles, may delay the onset of dementia. This…
Scientists in America have developed a nasal spray that can remove proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer’s disease – at least, in mice….
Curious about the gut-brain connection? Want to learn more about the foods linked to lower dementia risk? Looking for neurologists’ feedback on diet do’s…
