SAN DIEGO: People with demanding jobs may be protected against dementia, say researchers.

Those with challenging work had half the rate of decline in memory and thinking in later life compared to those in mentally undemanding work.

“Our study is important because it suggests that Read More »

DETROIT: Left ventricular assist devices may contribute to a decline in health or cognitive function in some patients, according to two studies.

In the first study, 1,173 patients from different hospitals underwent cognitive function testing before their implant, and at each follow-up meeting with their Read More »

PHILADELPHIA: Contrary to what’s been suggested by past research, older adults who are underweight have the highest risk for developing dementia. That’s the conclusion of a new study.

Researchers analyzed health data for almost 2 million people living in the UK and tracked the data Read More »

NEW YORK: Taking a new approach, scientists have uncovered some surprising details of a group of compounds that have shown significant potential in stimulating the growth of brain cells and memory restoration in animal models that mimic Alzheimer’s disease.

The new study points to promising Read More »