Alzheimer’s disease represents a progressive neurological condition that relentlessly impairs memory and cognitive abilities, ultimately stripping away the capacity to perform even the …
What can a family do? Two years have passed since my dear, gentle mum left this world at the age of 85, taken …
As dementia progresses, the need for enhanced care escalates, with challenges emerging not only in memory, cognition, and behavior but also in meeting …
A study spearheaded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) reveals that elderly individuals grappling with obesity and metabolic dilemmas could bolster their …
Exploring the Complexities of Vascular Dementia: Origins and Risk Factors Vascular dementia emerges when conditions like strokes impede the cerebral blood flow, subsequently …
An examination of Medicare claims, spanning 16 years, has uncovered a striking discrepancy in dementia care expenditures related to race and ethnicity. Black …
An effective diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease traditionally hinges on procuring a cerebrospinal fluid specimen or conducting a PET scan for brain imaging. Unfortunately, …
In a study funded by the National Institute on Aging, a mobile app designed for cognitive testing displayed proficiency in forecasting and identifying …
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia often brings a focus on managing daily challenges. Yet, proactively planning for …
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a neurological condition characterized by a decline in mental functions and motor skills, as well as fluctuations in …
An NIA-sponsored study has revealed that a personalized intervention aimed at reducing dementia risk factors may enhance cognitive abilities and mitigate the dangers …
Genetic variations have the potential to influence the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia, with certain gene variants …