May 15, 2013: Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's
A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

May 09, 2013: Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC
While 1 in 8 has memory problems and confusion, too few seek help

May 01, 2013: General Anesthesia Not Linked to Raised Risk for Dementia
No long-term mental changes associated with the procedure in older surgical patients, study says

April 29, 2013: Mediterranean Diet Might Help Stave Off Dementia
Large study showed better retention of mental skills in seniors who had followed it

April 17, 2013: Brain Changes Seen in Relatives of People With Alzheimer's
Study finding doesn't mean you'll get the disease if family members have it, experts stress

April 15, 2013: Exercise May Help People With Alzheimer's Avoid Nursing Homes
Study finds regular activity delays physical decline, reduces falls

April 15, 2013: Mental Exercise May Help Keep Seniors Sharp
Even solving puzzles might stave off decline and memory loss, study hints

April 11, 2013: Newly Created Rats Designed to Speed Alzheimer's Research
The genetically engineered rodents more closely mimic the disease found in humans, scientists say

April 09, 2013: Gene May Double Risk of Alzheimer's in Blacks
But expert says actual increase is 'modest' and many other factors contribute to disease

April 03, 2013: U.S. Spends More on Dementia Care Than Heart Disease or Cancer: Study
Annual bill now tops $200 billion, largely for long-term care, researchers say

April 01, 2013: Heart Risks May Also Point to Dementia Risk
Study looked at factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels

March 25, 2013: Could Herpes Virus Affect Memory in Older Adults?
Chronic infection with cold sores may affect thinking, especially in sedentary folks, study suggests

March 25, 2013: Early Thinking Problems May Signal Future Dementia in Parkinson's Patients
But predictive value of finding still needs to be proved, expert says

March 21, 2013: Acting Out Dreams During Sleep May Signal Dementia
Small study connects REM sleep behavior disorder with 'Lewy bodies' in brain

March 19, 2013: A Third of U.S. Seniors Die With Dementia, Study Finds
Report tallies enormous medical, financial and caregiver toll of conditions like Alzheimer's

February 18, 2013: Damage to Tiny Blood Vessels in Brain May Raise Alzheimer's Risk
Finding could point to new targets for treatment, prevention

February 04, 2013: Exercising at Midlife May Stave Off Dementia Down the Road
Working out in your 40s could pay off in your 70s and beyond, study suggests

January 28, 2013: PET Scans Helpful, But Not Definitive for Alzheimer's Diagnosis
New guidelines address which patients might benefit from imaging test for brain plaque

January 16, 2013: Deer Ticks Carry Yet Another Bacterial Threat
Lyme disease is better known, but a different germ causes an infection that may lead to dementia

January 14, 2013: U.S. Launches Extensive Alzheimer's Studies
5-year, $55 million effort will look at exercise, drug treatment as therapies for early disease

January 07, 2013: Common Blood Pressure Drugs Might Lower Dementia Risk
Older men on beta blockers were less likely to have brain abnormalities in study

January 07, 2013: Brain Changes Found in Small Study of Former NFL Players
White matter damage could be at the root of mental deficits among retired players, researcher says

December 11, 2012: Loneliness May Boost Odds of Dementia
Lack of social support also raises risk of memory decline, study finds

November 28, 2012: Long-Term Use of Some Antipsychotics Not Warranted in Older Adults: Study
It found the drugs had serious side effects, didn't help patients after several months

November 26, 2012: Alzheimer's May Progress Differently in Women, Men
Study found variations in brain matter loss, early mental decline

November 14, 2012: Scientists ID Gene Mutation That May Triple Alzheimer's Risk
About 1 percent of people have 'TREM2' mutation, researcher says

November 09, 2012: Doctors Often Misinterpret Patients' Wishes, Study Says
Such 'preference misdiagnosis' can lead to costly, unwanted treatments

November 06, 2012: Alzheimer's Signs Found in Brains of Young Adults With Gene Mutation
Small study of rare form of disease included people aged 18 to 26

November 01, 2012: Physical Activity in Old Age May Protect Brain
Dementia risk cut in those who walked, biked or did other exercise regularly, study says

October 24, 2012: Short-Term, Early HRT May Cut Women's Alzheimer's Risk: Study
But U.S. experts do not recommend the therapy for disease prevention

October 24, 2012: Frailty Linked to Dementia in Oldest Adults
Study participants were at least 90 years old

October 22, 2012: Exercise May Beat Socializing at Staving Off Brain Shrinkage
Study also found physical activity more protective than mental stimulation

October 18, 2012: Some With Alzheimer's Better Off Staying on Antipsychotics: Study
Agitation, aggression more likely to return in those who stopped taking Risperdal, research shows

October 04, 2012: Aspirin May Help Preserve Brain Function in Older Women With Heart Disease
Swedish study found less decline in thinking ability for those on daily dose

September 25, 2012: Misdiagnosis Common for Rare Brain Disease: Study
Fatal 'sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease' is often mistaken for other degenerative conditions

September 11, 2012: Some Blood Pressure Drugs Might Help Slow Alzheimer's: Study
Fewer telltale brain plaques found in patients on angiotensin receptor blockers

September 04, 2012: Seniors' Creativity Can Thrive Despite Dementia
Programs seek to inspire artistry, reduce isolation in these older adults

September 04, 2012: Even 'High-Normal' Blood Sugar Tied to Brain Shrinkage
Scans show memory, thinking regions shrank in those at high end of 'normal' range; more study needed

August 29, 2012: Discovery May Improve Diagnosis of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's
Markers in cerebrospinal fluid might help distinguish different forms of neurological disease, study finds

August 20, 2012: Obesity in Middle Age Tied to More Rapid Mental Decline: Study
'Fat and fit' concept may not apply to brain function, research suggests

August 13, 2012: Could Chocolate's Antioxidants Boost Brain Function?
In small study, a flavanol-rich cocoa drink seemed to have an effect, but one expert is unconvinced

July 18, 2012: Home-Based Care Teams Offer Help for Those With Dementia
Coordinated effort boosts quality of life, delays need for nursing home, study finds

July 17, 2012: Alzheimer's Treatment Shows Promise in Small, 3-Year Trial
However, findings on immune-based drug therapy are preliminary, experts say

July 10, 2012: Aging Boomers' Mental Health Woes Will Swamp Health System: Report
U.S. not equipped to handle growing number of seniors with mental health, substance use issues, researchers say

July 10, 2012: Nutrient Drink Might Boost Memory in Early Alzheimer's: Study
But mixture wouldn't have to meet same strict FDA approval as drugs, expert says

June 27, 2012: Smoking, Pesticides Might Spur Rare 'Sleep-Kicking' Disorder
Having disorder may raise risk of Parkinson's, dementia, researcher adds

June 20, 2012: 'Absentminded' Errors Common in Older Adults: Study
Researchers want to pinpoint how seniors change their lives to avoid such mistakes

June 19, 2012: Hospitalization May Be 'Tipping Point' for Alzheimer's Decline
Study also found delirium added to risk of mental deterioration, even death

June 14, 2012: Seniors' Attitude on Age May Affect Dementia Test Results: Study
Health professionals should account for self-perception before making a diagnosis, researchers say

June 12, 2012: Alzheimer's-Linked Gene May Have More Effect on Women
Study looked at common gene variant and brain disruption