The well-known factors that contribute to the development of dementia include genetics, age, lifestyle and even environment. But more and more research is pointing…
Amyloid-beta protein buildup, inflammation, tau accumulation and shrinking brain size — these are all factors that define neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. It turns out…
Active skiers may have a reduced risk of heart disease due to the aerobic component of their sport. But can skiing also lower the…
The link between cardiovascular health and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s is well-established. Now, a new study finds that oral anticoagulants — drugs that help…
Migraines, those pesky headaches that can often leave you bedridden for a full day, may contribute to a higher risk of cognitive decline. A…
New research suggests that the common blood pressure drug nilvadipine boosts blood flow to the brain in people with Alzheimer’s, which could potentially slow…
A common acne drug could prevent the hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), a condition that’s linked to heart disease and vascular dementia. Researchers at…