The shingles vaccine could do double duty as a protector against both infections and dementia, according to a new study.

Metabolic syndrome is linked to greater risk of developing young-onset dementia, according to a new study. But there are ...

People aged over 45 who needed acute hospital care due to heavy cannabis use had a 72% greater risk of developing dementia ...

Mounting evidence suggests that vaccination against the varicella zoster virus—which causes chickenpox in children and ...

A large analysis found those who visit an emergency room due to marijuana have up to a 72% higher risk of dementia within ...

These new results show that well-established risk factors and blood biomarkers for dementia appear to start affecting ...

People with dementia can get care at home from family or appointed caretakers. Learn how dementia home care helps patients ...

Across nearly 2 million people with a mean age of 49, metabolic syndrome was tied to a 24% higher risk of all-cause ...

Dementia — the progressive decline in cognitive abilities, impacting memory, language and reasoning — affects more than 6 million Americans and accounts for over 100,000 deaths each year.

Stay as close as possible to a routine during the day. Schedule walks and other activities earlier so your dad can get some exercise. Then, aim to slow down activity as the day moves on.

Support groups can be a vital resource not only for dementia patients but also caretakers and family members. Find out which ...

A new study identified overlapping factors that affect your odds of developing these brain diseases late in life.