Metabolic syndrome is linked to greater risk of developing young-onset dementia, according to a new study. But there are ...

Stay as close as possible to a routine during the day. Schedule walks and other activities earlier so your dad can get some exercise. Then, aim to slow down activity as the day moves on.

People aged over 45 who needed acute hospital care due to heavy cannabis use had a 72% greater risk of developing dementia ...

Mounting evidence suggests that vaccination against the varicella zoster virus—which causes chickenpox in children and ...

These new results show that well-established risk factors and blood biomarkers for dementia appear to start affecting ...

People with dementia can get care at home from family or appointed caretakers. Learn how dementia home care helps patients ...

A large analysis found those who visit an emergency room due to marijuana have up to a 72% higher risk of dementia within ...

A new study identified overlapping factors that affect your odds of developing these brain diseases late in life.

Dementia — the progressive decline in cognitive abilities, impacting memory, language and reasoning — affects more than 6 million Americans and accounts for over 100,000 deaths each year.

Researchers in a new Chinese study discovered that “intensive blood pressure control" resulted in a 15% reduced dementia risk ...

Treatment to reduce high blood pressure — including medications and healthy lifestyle changes — could helps lower dementia ...

Support groups can be a vital resource not only for dementia patients but also caretakers and family members. Find out which ...