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Drugs that reduce dementia risk — and others that increase it

February 25, 2025

Drugs that reduce dementia risk — and others that increase it

A new study found that some medications could have the unintended benefit of reducing dementia risk, while others could increase the risk. A doctor comments on the findings.

Dementia risk could be lowered by doing this for 5 minutes a day: study

February 23, 2025

Dementia risk could be lowered by doing this for 5 minutes a day: study

A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researchers found that five minutes a day of light exercise may help prevent dementia, even for frail older adults. A doctor weighed in.

Two Alzheimer’s drugs help patients live independently at home for longer periods

February 20, 2025

Two Alzheimer’s drugs help patients live independently at home for longer periods

Two widely touted Alzheimer’s drugs have been shown to enable patients to remain in their homes for longer periods of time. Those medications, however, are not without their risks and side effects.

Dementia risk may be lowered by one important medical device

February 3, 2025

Dementia risk may be lowered by one important medical device

New research suggests that wearing continuous glucose monitors could lower the risk of dementia. Experts discuss how symptoms can overlap between diabetes and dementia.

Red meat could raise dementia risk, researchers claim, yet some doctors have questions

January 27, 2025

Red meat could raise dementia risk, researchers claim, yet some doctors have questions

Researchers have linked daily consumption of certain amounts of processed red meats to increased dementia risk, but some doctors question the claim.

Brain and memory are boosted by eating one particular diet, study finds

January 24, 2025

Brain and memory are boosted by eating one particular diet, study finds

A new study found that the Mediterranean diet can improve memory and cognitive function through changes in the gut. A researcher and a nutritionist discuss the findings.

Memory loss isn’t always Alzheimer’s: Experts warn of common but little-known dementia

January 23, 2025

Memory loss isn’t always Alzheimer’s: Experts warn of common but little-known dementia

A common cognitive disorder with symptoms that mimic Alzheimer's is often mistaken for the disease. Researchers are calling for criteria to diagnose the little-known condition.

3 signs your aging loved one may be ready for assisted living

January 15, 2025

3 signs your aging loved one may be ready for assisted living

Gerontologist Dr. Macie P. Smith points out some telltale signs that it might be time to set your loved one up with an at-home aide or in a senior living facility.

Dementia risk for people 55 and older has doubled, new study finds

January 14, 2025

Dementia risk for people 55 and older has doubled, new study finds

Dementia cases in the U.S. are expected to double by 2060, with an estimated one million people diagnosed per year, according to a new study led by Johns Hopkins University and other institutions.

Deep sleep can keep two big health problems at bay, new studies suggest

January 11, 2025

Deep sleep can keep two big health problems at bay, new studies suggest

Two new studies suggest once again the importance of getting a good night's sleep for good health over a lifetime, as scientists pursue new understandings of restorative deep sleep.