One of the most common early signs of dementia is short-term memory loss—as is forgetting important dates or events, repeating questions over and over, and an increasing need to rely on reminder notes ...

Lt. Doug Holl, who as served as a firefighter at Glens Falls Fire Department for 18 years, has been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, leaving him ...

Dear Savvy Senior, When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83-year-old father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well. Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, ...

Bingo night just got a whole lot more interesting.  A new study suggests that staying socially active in your golden years might be the secret to a longer, sharper life. Whether it’s dining ...

A major boost in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders is underway, thanks to a $3,027,155 NIH grant awarded to a team of researchers at Central Michigan ...

Families of rural Iowans with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia face a crucial lack of mental health services and advocates are meeting with some rural residents ...

The "Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference" will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Feb. 19 at the Hilton Jackson Hotel on 1001 East County Line Road. This free confere ...

People who exercise throughout their lives have a better chance of avoiding dementia - even if they show signs of diseases like Alzheimer's, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

Scientists have used advanced X-ray phase-contrast tomography (XPCT) to uncover how gut health may influence Alzheimer’s disease.

Key cells in the brain, neurons, form networks by exchanging signals, enabling the brain to learn and adapt at incredible speed. Researchers have now developed a 3D-printed 'brain-like environment' ...

Fluctuating LDL and total cholesterol levels in older adults may indicate increased dementia and cognitive decline risk.

European Union regulators will review new information relating to the safety of Eisai Co.’s and Biogen Inc.’s medicine for ...