A RAND Corporation study pinpointed several unexpected predictors at age 60 that will likely lead to dementia later on. Researcher Peter Hudomiet and expert Dr. Marcie Smith discuss the health ...

In a nutshell Dementia rates among older U.S. veterans vary dramatically by region, with the Southeast showing a 25% higher ...

The impact of biological age: Findings from a new study highlight an association with advanced biological age and an increased risk of dementia. Estimating biological age: The researchers analyzed ...

The study does not prove that advanced biological age causes dementia; it only shows an association. "With the rising impact of dementia around the world, identifying risk factors and implementing ...

In summary, while forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging, dementia is a disease that causes much more serious and ...

Dementia, a cognitive decline often associated with age, has been linked to certain genetic quirks, but a family history of dementia doesn’t mean there’s nothing a person can do to fight it off.

The lifetime risk of dementia after age 55 is double previous estimates, new research suggests. Last Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 2:13 p.m. ET First Published: Jan. 13, 2025 at 6:21 p.m. ET.

Key protein changes could trigger frontotemporal dementia in middle age, a recent study has found. Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images. This article originally appeared on Medical News Today.

Our brains change as we age. There are simple habits that can reduce your risk of memory loss and dementia — and slow cognitive decline. Accessibility statement Skip to main content ...

Between normal age-related memory changes and dementia there's an intermediate stage called mild cognitive impairment (MCI). MCI involves a more noticeable decline in cognitive abilities, ...

Media Contacts. Renee Tessman American Academy of Neurology rtessman@aan.com Office: 612-928-6137 Cell: 612-240-2531 Natalie Conrad American Academy of Neurology nconrad@aan.com Office: 612-928-6164 ...