The lack of proper blood flow deprives brain cells of oxygen and nutrients, leading to damage or death of brain tissue. Unlike Alzheimer’s, the symptoms of vascular dementia can vary widely depending ...

PEOPLE often think of Alzheimer’s when they think of dementia. It’s the most common type of dementia, accounting for 60-80 ...

For those who cannot attend but have questions about Alzheimer’s disease or caregiving, AFA’s National Toll-Free Helpline is ...

The finding may open a whole new world in the study of Alzheimer's disease, said biophysicist Aneta Stefanovska.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Currently, it affects more than 6.9 million adults in the United States.

Staying fit is one of the best ways to lower the risk of dementia — even for those with a genetic predisposition to the condition.

As of 2019, nearly one in two Americans over age 55 are at risk of dementia, according to the Census Bureau’s report.

Jan. 29, 2025 — Research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no significant differences in patient behavioral symptoms ...

However, medical conditions can sometimes affect posture. According to the Alzheimer’s Society, those with Lewy body dementia experience movement difficulties, such as changes to their posture ...

New research is drawing a connection between gut health and Alzheimer’s Disease. Scientists at ASU and Banner Alzheimer’s ...