A new study suggests that women who use a popular hormonal menopause treatment later in life may be at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers identified a gene that seems to help slow brain aging in women, and studied links between hormone therapy, ...

What can your hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and other symptoms of menopause indicate about your risk of developing ...

Changing Cholesterol Over Time Tied to Risk of Dementia Jan. 29, 2025 — Older adults whose cholesterol changes over time may be more likely to develop dementia than people whose cholesterol is ...

While the most well-known early signs of dementia include forgetfulness, confusion, and clumsiness, some are so inconspicuous ...

Overall, these results suggest frequent nightmares may be one of the earliest signs of dementia, which can precede the ...

WASHINGTON—About a million Americans a year are expected to develop dementia by 2060, roughly double today’s toll, researchers have reported. That estimate is based on a new study that found a higher ...

Women made up 56% of the sample ... "This suggests that even frail or nearly frail older adults might be able to reduce their dementia risk through low-dose exercise," said Wanigatunga.