Alzheimer’s and stroke may begin at the brain’s outer defenses—not within neurons. A new study…
Browsing: Dementia
Dementia is a group of neurological conditions characterized by a decline in cognitive function—affecting memory, reasoning, communication, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. The most common form is Alzheimer’s disease, but other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. As global populations age, dementia has become a major public health concern, driving research into its causes, risk factors, early detection, and potential treatments. Explore the latest findings on dementia, from breakthroughs in brain science to emerging therapies aimed at prevention and care.
Many people with dementia endure long delays, often over 3 years, before receiving a diagnosis,…
Blood biomarkers might signal Alzheimer’s risk long before symptoms emerge, offering a possible tool for…
Breathing polluted air might be doing more than harming your lungs—it could be quietly damaging…
Feeling lonely can do more than dampen your mood—it may speed up how quickly your…
In a groundbreaking NHS pilot, music therapy is helping dementia patients feel calmer and less…
A groundbreaking study has revealed over 200 misfolded proteins in the brains of aging rats…
Researchers have identified sequential diagnostic patterns that may enhance early detection and improve strategies for…
A major study has found that people taking acid reflux drugs known as proton pump…
A decades-old cough medicine, Ambroxol, could be on the verge of a dramatic second act—not…
Improving diet later in life may lower dementia risk, especially in certain ethnic groups. A…
A multi-strain probiotic blend shows promise for protecting brain function by reducing gut-triggered inflammation linked…
Participants who chose not to learn their results said it would place a burden on…
A new Mayo Clinic AI tool detects dementia patterns in brain scans with remarkable precision, …
Scientists found that brain cells can tap a hidden sugar stash to clean up the…
A new brain scan could help detect early signs of Alzheimer’s by spotting a protein…
Spending and login habits may signal early-stage dementia. Financial behavior shifts before legal intervention. A…
Researchers from the US, UK, and Spain tracked more than 10,000 people over the age…