Regular use of strong opioids may significantly increase risk for all-cause and vascular dementia plus reduced brain volume and cognitive performance.

Dementia is not just one disease—it’s a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and behavior in ways that can ...

Some forgetfulness is part of the aging process. Recognizing when it could be something more can help families cope with a difficult illness.

Some breast cancer survivors may have a slightly reduced risk for Alzheimer’s disease, though the benefit appears to be ...

Canasta is his forte, but he almost always wins at cards, whatever the game. But he cannot figure out how old he is, even ...

It’s painful to acknowledge memory loss or behavioral changes in a loved one, and it can be difficult to address them if you ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The state will soon be getting a new Dementia Services Director. House Bill 2575 establishes the full-time ...

The husband of a TV presenter diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease has revealed the symptoms he noticed.

Restaurant owners and staffers are trained in how to best serve diners with dementia as part of the dementia-friendly dining ...

A new study suggests that increasing physical activity between the ages of 45 and 65 could help protect the brain and reduce ...

There are more than 600 memory cafes around the country, according to Dementia Friendly America. They offer gatherings for ...

Dementia is not an inevitable part of ageing. It is caused by diseases that affect the brain. The most common of these diseases is Alzheimer’s disease. As we get older, our bodies change. These ...