Changing the way you sleep could help delay the progress of dementia or even reduce the risk of you developing it, say ...

Nearly seven million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive condition that destroys memory and other mental functions and is among the leading causes of death in the nation. While ...

Study participants with a type of bacteria associated with gum disease were more likely to suffer some form of cognitive impairment.

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 ...

A daily pill costing as little as one pence could help lower your risk of dementia, scientists have said. According to a ...

Exercising this one part of your body can have a huge impact on your risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease ...

Neglecting a crucial hygiene routine in the bathroom could increase the risk of dementia. New research suggests that regular tooth brushing and flossing may not only ward off cavities and gum disease, ...

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 ...

Daytime sleepiness and poor sleep quality in older adults may signal early cognitive decline and increased dementia risk. Managing conditions like hig ...

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, ...

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 ...

In an exclusive interview with India Today, Dr Shitij Kapur, Vice-Chancellor and President of King's College London, addressed the concern around early onset dementia.