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

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.

NBA fan, 17, on life support after suffering catastrophic injuries while celebrating Spurs' playoff win

May 31, 2026

NBA fan, 17, on life support after suffering catastrophic injuries while celebrating Spurs' playoff win

A teen celebrating the San Antonio Spurs' Western Conference finals victory fell from a vehicle and suffered severe brain swelling injuries.

What to do if someone is having a stroke, after Jill Biden revealed debate-night fears

May 30, 2026

What to do if someone is having a stroke, after Jill Biden revealed debate-night fears

Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, shares key stroke warning signs and emergency steps after Jill Biden revealed she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during a debate.

Former landscaper shares Parkinson's battle after Paraquat exposure

May 27, 2026

Former landscaper shares Parkinson's battle after Paraquat exposure

Mike Mooney, a former landscaper, details his Parkinson's diagnosis at age 49, attributing it to Paraquat herbicide exposure from his youth.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

'Game of Thrones' star Emilia Clarke was convinced she 'cheated death' after surviving two brain aneurysms

May 20, 2026

'Game of Thrones' star Emilia Clarke was convinced she 'cheated death' after surviving two brain aneurysms

Emilia Clarke says she believed she cheated death after two brain aneurysms struck while she filmed "Game of Thrones," a battle she kept private.

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

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.