Popular weight loss drugs may do more than curb appetite — they may also help reduce the risk of dementia, according to new ...

As the Trump administration makes cuts to federal health agencies, some Alzheimer's experts are worried about the impact on ...

A recent study determined the lifetime risk of developing dementia is double that of previous estimates. But there’s good news here too. Alzheimer's disease is a common cause of dementia.

Studies show that various forms of stress including chronic stress and anxiety are associated with a higher likelihood of developing dementia in later life. However its also been shown that managing ...

The test is used to evaluate early signs of dementia (the progressive loss of intellectual functioning, especially memory and abstract thinking) in older adults. A score of 26 or more on the 30-point ...

For some, persistent daytime drowsiness can be more than just a function of getting older — it could be a warning sign of dementia. A new study has pinpointed when sleepiness during the day is a ...

Mum was given anti-anxiety medication but none of it worked. Other than that, we were given no support around how we should care for her. For our family, the diagnosis was emotional, but also a ...

Opens in a new tab or window Share on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or window Unmarried people in a U.S. study had a lower risk of dementia than married people. The study followed 24,000 older ...

Dr Punam leads new season designed to help start conversations between people living with dementia and their loved ones The BBC is launching a special new season across TV, iPlayer and Radio ...

The BBC is launching a special new season across TV, iPlayer and Radio called Memories and Dementia: Starting the Conversation. The season is being led by Dr Punam to help start conversations ...