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June 1, 2026

Everyday task may help detect early dementia signs before diagnosis, study finds

Scientists have discovered that a simple writing test could detect cognitive impairment in older adults before more serious symptoms develop.

May 25, 2026

One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests

New research suggests the type of sitting matters for dementia risk, with mentally engaging activities linked to a significant reduction in risk.

May 25, 2026

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug could reduce alcohol withdrawal damage, researchers say

Researchers say an experimental Alzheimer's drug may calm brain inflammation linked to alcohol withdrawal, potentially reducing relapse and neural damage.

May 23, 2026

The 'age' of your blood could predict dementia risk, new study suggests

A new study published by the Alzheimer's Association links biological age measured through blood metabolites to increased all-cause dementia risk.

May 21, 2026

NEWT GINGRICH: Alzheimer’s is waging a war on millions. Congress could help us win it

Early detection of Alzheimer's disease through tau protein blood tests could delay dementia, but Medicare coverage policies create major barriers.

May 19, 2026

'Longevity gene' may protect the brain from Alzheimer's by boosting DNA repair, study finds

A new study suggests the APOE2 longevity gene may protect the brain from Alzheimer's by helping neurons repair DNA damage and resist cell aging.

May 12, 2026

New option available for Alzheimer’s patients as FDA approves expanded drug use

The FDA has approved Auvelity as the first non-antipsychotic treatment for agitation in Alzheimer's disease, marking a major milestone for patients.

May 12, 2026

Alzheimer’s drugs slammed as ‘ineffective’ in major review, but critics push back

Cochrane review says amyloid-targeting Alzheimer's drugs are ineffective, but the Alzheimer's Association and drug makers dispute the findings.

May 11, 2026

Simple body movement could help the brain 'clean itself,' researchers find

Penn State researchers found that abdominal muscle contractions during movement push cerebrospinal fluid through the brain, flushing out waste.

May 8, 2026

Alzheimer’s risk slashed by eating more of one common food, study suggests

A new study links regular egg consumption to a significantly lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, though experts caution the findings are observational.