According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and one in three older adults will die with the…
People who have had the herpes virus at some point in their lives are twice as likely to develop dementia compared to those who have…
Agent Orange, an herbicide used during the Vietnam War, is a known toxin with wide-ranging health effects. Even though Agent Orange has not been used…
When a loved one has dementia, Valentine’s Day can be bittersweet.
Many neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, are characterized by the accumulation of protein clumps, or aggregates, in the brain, which has led…
Oxytocin (OXT) is a hormone that is known for its effects on psychological well-being and emotional bonding in animals. Interestingly, research has shown that this…
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia and affects memory and thinking in the elderly. With a projected global increase in the…
In the largest study of its kind, scientists have shown how protein “biomarkers” predict dementia 15 years before diagnosis.
Neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, present a significant health challenge, affecting over 50 million people globally. One common feature of these diseases is…
A new study that provides details on out-of-pocket expenses for people with dementia finds that costs for long-term care create a financial burden that can…