Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are terms that are often used interchangeably, they don’t mean the same thing.

Dementia is a group of brain disorders that cause a decline in cognitive functions like memory and thinking. While some cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, dementia is an extreme version ...

A higher cumulative exposure to lead was linked to an increased risk of incident Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and all-cause dementia, according to a February study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia.

A large autopsy study revealed advanced CTE was often misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s, prompting researchers to call for the use of AD blood biomarkers.

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High blood pressure, heart disease, and hyperlipidemia are some of the top modifiable factors linked to dementia risk, mounting evidence suggests.

A large, long-term study found that playing a brain training video game may help protect the brain against dementia for ...

The legislation may be getting a boost by the revelation that a state senator is struggling with mental decline.

While dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are terms that are often used interchangeably, they don’t mean the same thing. Understanding the difference isn’t just helpful for clarity, it’s essential for ...