Lifestyle changes show promise in preventing cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over age 65 currently live with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). That number is expected…
Lost Sleep May Leave Dangerous Toxins Lurking in the Brain
Scientists have discovered the brain’s own waste-clearing network, known as the glymphatic system, which seems most active while…
UCL launches landmark trial of Alzheimer’s blood test
A major UCL-led clinical trial, aiming to transform the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease through a simple blood test,…
Compact bNIRS technology could become a diagnostic toolkit for dementia
Early and accurate diagnosis of dementia remains a major challenge. Standard approaches such as MRI and PET scans…
Can lifestyle changes reduce risk?
Image: © Alessandro Biascioli | iStock Although age is a risk factor, there are other modifiable factors that…
Purpose in Life Linked to 28% Lower Risk of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
A UC Davis study shows that a strong sense of purpose may lower the risk of dementia and…
SLIT2 protein levels in the eye and blood linked to cognitive function
Neurocognitive impairments are classified by pathological changes with potential for destruction of neural tissue. One change known to…
Bruce Willis’s Dementia Care Plan ‘Not Up for a Debate’
Photo: John Nacion/WireImage After Emma Heming Willis revealed that her husband Bruce Willis is living in a separate…
Lithium levels tied to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
September 9, 2025 At a Glance Levels of lithium were significantly reduced in the prefrontal cortex of people…
More than third of older adults have undiagnosed high blood pressure – The Irish Times
More than a third of older adults have undiagnosed high blood pressure, while almost half have undiagnosed high…
Here’s How Many Steps To Walk A Day To Lower Dementia Risk
No need to panic if you’re not a gym person – doctors previously told HuffPost UK that walking…
Why it’s ‘a very exciting time’ for dementia researchers
Like a lot of people my age, there are times when I can’t find my keys, or my…