alzheimer’s disease
Key to healthy aging may be found in brain’s ‘blue spot’ — here’s how it works
A new study maps what healthy aging looks like in a unique brain region that's often affected early by neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s — sometimes years before symptoms appear.
3 common eye problems may indicate dementia years before a diagnosis
Dementia — the progressive decline in cognitive abilities, impacting memory, language and reasoning — affects more than 6 million Americans and accounts for over 100,000 deaths each year.
This super common condition causes up to a third of all dementia cases — and treating it can delay onset
New research suggests treating this common condition could help delay the onset of dementia.
Doing this activity just twice a week is a 'strong ally against dementia' — even if you're high-risk
A new study suggests pumping iron can protect the brain against dementia
'Remembrance' playwright draws on mother's 'frightening' battle with Alzheimer's
The play “Remembrance” just closed its off-B’way run. Subject? Caregiver for a parent with Alzheimer’s. Assessment: It’s tough.
Dementia risk decreased 45% with weight loss drugs like Ozempic — researchers reveal 'important next step'
"It's possible that they may play a role as a preventative measure in the future," said Dr. Catriona Reddin told The Post.
I'm a neurologist — I eat these 8 foods to keep my brain healthy
A nutrient-rich diet is crucial for heart, vascular and brain health, as about 25% of our blood supply goes to our brain.
This 62-calorie snack can prevent cancer, improve your sleep and even slow aging
Once regarded as a symbol for luxury, this low-calorie snack has a bunch of health benefits, including helping you sleep, slowing down aging, protecting your heart, boosting your brain and...
Over-60s who took these supplements had better memory than their twins
A new study found that taking a daily prebiotic supplement can improve scores in memory tests used to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. And to really control for genetic...
When needing to nap more is a sign you're more likely to develop dementia
For some, persistent daytime drowsiness can be more than just a function of getting older – it could be a warning sign of dementia.
At-home smell test could detect Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms start
Researchers at Mass General Brigham may have developed an easy and inexpensive way to detect early signs of dementia.
Scientists find clue to slowing Alzheimer's symptoms — but research is caught up in Trump funding delays
The delays in Alzheimer's research is one example of how millions of dollars in research have been stalled as NIH grapples with funding restrictions and mass firings.
This 'triangle test' caught early signs of Alzheimer's 12 years before people were diagnosed
Research shows those who later developed dementia performed significantly worse at the "triangle test" than those who remained in good cognitive health.
A popular hair loss remedy may hold a cure for Alzheimer's — lab mice were 'virtually back to normal'
A new study has found that a compound that's often used in hair loss products has a promising effect on reversing Alzheimer's dementia.
Gene Hackman's wife Betsy Arakawa is the reason he didn't die 'long ago', friend says: 'She just really looked after him’
Arakawa was seemingly Hackman's sole caretaker in his final days.
Gene Hackman had advanced Alzheimer's and severe heart disease at time of death
The Oscar winner had serious health issues that contributed to his death.
Woman with Alzheimer's — but no dementia symptoms — stumps doctors
The brain of a US woman with Down syndrome showed the classic signs of Alzheimer's disease upon her death, yet she remained symptom free throughout her lifetime. Researchers say the...
Drug commonly taken by older women linked to 'worse Alzheimer’s outcomes'
A new study suggests that women who use a popular hormonal menopause treatment later in life may be at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Key brain discovery could revolutionize Alzheimer's treatment: 'Rare opportunity'
Scientists have long been racking their brains for ways to treat Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia.
What your menopause symptoms could tell you about your dementia risk
What can your hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and other symptoms of menopause indicate about your risk of developing dementia? A new study has the answer.