CoronavirusFebruary 10Dementia patients more at risk for coronavirus infection, hospitalization, study findsDementia patients are at an increased risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, suggests the findings of a new, large study that also determined those who suffer from the cognitive condition are more likely to be hospitalized due to a COVID-19 infection.
ExclusiveDecember 25‘A Christmas Story’ star Zack Ward says film's lesson is 'you have to take your life head on'The actor is an advocate for Alzheimer's research.
AlzheimersDecember 10Combo of blood tests could offer more accurate Alzheimer's diagnostics, researchers sayWhile the first blood test detecting Alzheimer’s disease made headlines last week when it landed on the market, researchers say pairing the tool with forthcoming tests may offer more accurate diagnostics.
FamilyNovember 9Woman gets job in nursing home during coronavirus pandemic to see fatherNina Ambrose was thrilled to celebrate her father Roger’s birthday with him in person last month, thanks to her position at the Manor Lodge care home.
AlzheimersOctober 20Cold water may be an effective defense against dementiaAfter years of anecdotal evidence, scientists have finally nailed down one link between brain health and the “polar bear plunge.”
HEALTHSeptember 17Coronavirus isolation killing thousands of Alzheimer’s patientsSocial and mental stimulation both play a critical role in slowing dementia, and doctors have reported increased backsliding in patients who had been stable for years.
Hearing LossSeptember 2Hearing loss may cause dementia, study findsAddressing hearing loss may prevent dementia, according to a recent study.
MENTAL HEALTHAugust 25Dementia underlying cause in 3 times more deaths in U.S. than currently reported, study concludesDementia may be responsible for almost three times more deaths in the States United than what is being reported, according to a new study out of Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH).
AlzheimersJuly 29New blood test detects Alzheimer's on par with expensive diagnostic tools, study findsA new blood test was able to spot Alzheimer's disease on par with pricey brain imaging and spinal taps, researchers found.
LongevityJuly 28Good sense of smell may indicate lower risk of dementia in older adults: studyA California study finds those with keen sense of smell have less risk of dementia.