Alzheimers - Page 2

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.

May 5, 2026

Alzheimer's blood tests may predict symptoms years in advance, but experts urge caution

New blood tests measuring p-tau217 levels show promise for predicting Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms appear, though validation is still needed.

April 28, 2026

Dementia risk rises with common food type millions eat every day, study suggests

A new study from Australia links ultraprocessed food consumption to lower attention scores and higher dementia risk, even among those who follow otherwise healthy diets.

April 20, 2026

Common ear conditions tied to rising dementia risk in new study: 'Strong association'

New research suggests common and treatable ear conditions, including eardrum perforation and cholesteatoma, may be linked to a higher risk of dementia.

April 20, 2026

High salt intake linked to faster memory decline in one group, study finds

New research links high salt intake to faster cognitive decline in older men, suggesting sodium may affect brain health beyond blood pressure concerns.

April 13, 2026

Dementia risk could be tied to your mindset and outlook on life, study suggests

A new study of over 9,000 adults suggests higher levels of optimism may be linked to a lower risk of developing dementia over time, researchers say.

April 9, 2026

Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased

A new study suggests a high-dose flu shot may cut Alzheimer's risk by nearly half in older adults, far outperforming the standard-dose vaccine version.

April 7, 2026

Experts reveal hidden link between poor sleep and Alzheimer's disease risk

A new study links tau pathology to disrupted sleep in Alzheimer's disease. Sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses how critical sleep is for brain health.

March 27, 2026

Common medical condition seen years before dementia develops, study reveals

A new study links cystitis and bacterial infections to a 19% higher rate of late-onset dementia, suggesting severe infections may accelerate cognitive decline.