Before deeper investigation into the mysterious link between obesity and dementia, little was known about the correlation. Previous research from the University College London…
Diagnoses of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) — a debilitating brain disease caused by repeated brain trauma — are on the rise among former pro…
Taking a combination of different drugs can cause complications and adverse side effects for many people living with dementia. But new research suggests that…
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Dementia researchers have looked into a variety of possible causes for the disease, from genetics to traumatic brain injuries. But one group, led by…
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Scientists are continuing to search for answers to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, targeting beta-amyloid and tau protein, inflammation, and genetic factors in research…
Americans are deeply worried about developing dementia, yet few have taken scientifically-proven preventative steps to protect their brains, according to a new report. More…
There are countless factors that may contribute to the risk of developing dementia, from genetics to blood pressure levels. Now, it turns out that…
Marriage is likely the single most important relationship a person will have in their adult life. And it turns out that getting married can…
If you want to reduce your risk for dementia, lower your risk factors for stroke, urges a group of experts in a manifesto published…
We know there are differences in men and women’s brains that can translate to varied reactions to environmental, lifestyle and genetic factors. But a…
Right now, there is no treatment that can meaningfully stop or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But what if scientists could tap into…
Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with the latest diet recommendations to maintain peak brain health. One study finds that canola oil may increase…