What would an ‘Ozempic for Alzheimer’s’ look like?
In the weeks leading up to Dec. 3, I imagined a fantastic headline: “Ozempic treats Alzheimer’s disease.” On…
Which depression symptoms may predict dementia?
Share on PinterestMidlife depression may predict dementia risk, a new study suggests. Image credit: Olga Pankova/Getty ImagesIn 2021,…
Commonly prescribed drugs ‘could increase dementia risk by 50%’, study finds
The study found that consistent use of certain widely-prescribed medications for bladder disorders, Parkinson’s disease, and depression could…
Eating More High Fat Cheese May Surprisingly Lower Your Risk of Dementia
Image credits: Snap Wander. Fatty cheese is a guilty pleasure for millions of people. But while these fats…
Doctor warns popular drink ‘raises stroke risk by 300% and dementia by 290%’
A doctor has warned that a popular drink could significantly increase your chances of developing stroke and dementia,…
How might cheese consumption affect risk?
Share on PinterestCan cheese actually help preserve brain health? Image credit: Anastasia Golovina/StocksyA new study found an association…
Democratizing the dementia revolution | STAT
Below is a lightly edited, AI-generated transcript of the “First Opinion Podcast” interview with Jason Karlawish, who writes…
5 Common Early Signs Of Dementia
While it can be hard to manage age-related changes of any kind, it can feel extra tough when…
Study finds Shingles vaccine may reduce risk of Dementia
A new study suggests the shingles vaccine may lower the likelihood of developing dementia as well as slow…
Common Physical Signs Of Dementia
Getting older comes with many changes, not the least of which are occasional memory lapses, which tend to…
‘Breakthrough’ blood test can find dementia risk before symptoms start
There’s new progress in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease. About 1 in 9 US seniors has Alzheimer’s, the…
Shingles Vaccine Doesn’t Just Lower Dementia Risk, It Could Also Help Treat It
The same vaccine that keeps you safe from shingles could also do wonders for your brain, research out…