Because Alzheimer’s is just one of several diseases that cause dementia, the key distinction lies in their scope. “Alzheimer’s disease is a specific condition resulting from an abnormal biological ...

It's been recognized for some time that Alzheimer's disease affects brain regions differently and that tau—a protein known to ...

Scientists at UCSF combined advanced brain-network modeling, genetics, and imaging to reveal how tau protein travels through ...

Remarkable new findings about the sugar stores in neurons have unlocked an entire new method of treating Alzheimer's disease ...

As new treatments emerge, timely diagnosis helps match patients with the most appropriate care when it can have the greatest ...

Mayo Clinic researchers in Minnesota have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that helps clinicians identify ...

Early Dementia Many older people fear that they have Alzheimer's disease because they can't find their eyeglasses or remember someone's name.

Loneliness was associated with a 31% higher risk of overall dementia. Links were seen with Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and cognitive impairment. Relationships persisted after ...

Cataract surgery may reduce the risk of developing dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease, but not in patients with anxiety or depression, according to data published in British Journal ...

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are medical conditions that target areas of the brain that control memory and behavior. While no singular cure has been established, therapeutic ...

Determining the specific type of dementia early in the diagnostic process can lead to more targeted treatments and better outcomes ...

Some people with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease may be able to improve their brain function and daily lives by radically overhauling their lifestyle ...