MIAMI: Atrial fibrillation is associated with an increased risk of dementia, independent of clinical stroke, according to data from a prospective, population-based cohort study.

The association was strongest for younger participants who had the longest duration of afib. An analysis of the study of chronic Read More »

LOS ANGELES: Feeling dizzy a few minutes after standing up could be a sign of an increased risk of early death, Parkinson’s disease or dementia, a Study has found.

Faintness and light-headednesss after standing can be a minor problem due to a sudden drop in blood Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Findings from a recent study revealed that individuals with asthma demonstrated an increased risk for Parkinson’s disease later in life.

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder among people older than 65 years of age. The incidence of the disease rises steeply Read More »

DALLAS: Better glycemic control may help significantly lower the risk for dementia among individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study.

Researchers looked at a cohort of more than 350,000 patients (mean age, 67 years) and found that the risk for dementia was Read More »