As of 2019, nearly one in two Americans over age 55 are at risk of dementia, according to the Census Bureau’s report.

Does that mean I’ll definitely develop dementia if I don’t socialise? No ― this study just found an association and not a cause. That means they’ve found a link between A ...

Staying fit is one of the best ways to lower the risk of dementia — even for those with a genetic predisposition to the condition.

An international research team has identified key genetic factors that confer protective effects against Alzheimer's disease (AD) through a comprehensive genetic analysis of East Asian populations, ...

A recent study published in Neurology suggests that changes in cholesterol levels over time, rather than just high ...

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“Higher intake of red meat, particularly processed red meat, was associated with a higher risk of developing dementia and ...

Increased social engagement may delay dementia onset by up to five years, emphasizing the importance of social connections ...

Statins help people manage high cholesterol levels, but many experts want to know if these drugs can also support brain ...

There are two kinds of risk factors for dementia: non-modifiable and modifiable. Non-modifiable risk factors are ones that cannot be changed or eliminated, like aging, family history and genetics.

The lifetime risk of dementia after age 55 is about 42% — more than double the risk reported by earlier studies, and one that puts greater urgency on the need to mitigate addressable health ...