Dementia / Alzheimer's

Given the prevalence of Alzheimer’s and the lack of effective treatments, it’s often discouraging to focus on the disease. But recent research advances raise the hope that progress is being made, both in the realm of early diagnosis, when interventions might be effective, and for prevention and treatment options coming down…

Like much of what’s in the news these days, the term “artificial intelligence” sounds important, yet somewhat unclear- and you may even think, at my age, I don’t need to learn about it. If that’s what you think, you’d be wrong and here’s why. Artificial intelligence is a process of…

When you reach for your morning cup of coffee, you’re probably just focused on getting yourself awake and alert to start the day. But scientists know that coffee is not only a stimulant but has the potential of providing significant health benefits beyond keeping your eyes open and mind awake….

You already know how important physical exercise is for keeping your body healthy as you age. Now, a recent study published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience tells us that physical exercise, in combination with mental challenges, may be a valuable way to keep your brain sharp and healthy. Researchers found…

When Bill Gates speaks, people tend to listen. And recently, he’s addressed an issue that’s on the minds of many: How can we find better ways to diagnose Alzheimer’s before it takes its toll and becomes untreatable? Even though researchers suspect that Alzheimer’s begins much earlier than when the first symptoms…

If you think you know the risks you’re courting by not addressing your high blood pressure, think again. It turns out that even in mid-life, those of us with high blood pressure are risking neurological damage that could lead to dementia as we get older. New research in the journal…