Disoriented mice shed light on the brain’s internal compass
A new study sheds light on how the brain orients itself in changing environments and how things can go wrong with its internal compass.
Death risk rises for older adults with dementia after hurricanes
Older adults with Alzheimer’s or other dementia have a heightened risk of death following exposure to a hurricane, research shows.
Death risk rises for older adults with dementia after hurricanes
Older adults with Alzheimer’s or other dementia have a heightened risk of death following exposure to a hurricane, research shows.
Diabetes and tooth loss speed up cognitive decline
A growing connection among diabetes, tooth loss, and dementia highlights the importance of dental care and diabetes management as you age.
Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia. What is it?
Bruce Willis has received a diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia. An expert explains the condition and research on it.
Isolation may be a dementia risk factor, but tech could help
Social isolation is a substantial risk factor for dementia, new research suggests. But tech could help older adults connect with others.
Isolation may be a dementia risk factor, but tech could help
Social isolation is a substantial risk factor for dementia, new research suggests. But tech could help older adults connect with others.
Compound in blood plasma may predict dementia risk
Low levels of ergothioneine, a diet-derived compound in blood plasma, may help identify older adults at risk of developing dementia.
Crosswords top digital games in slowing memory loss
Crossword puzzles do a better job than digital brain games in slowing memory loss in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
Brains with more vitamin D may work better
The brains of people with cognitive decline fare better with higher levels of vitamin D, new research finds.