Popular Joint Pain Supplement Linked to Accelerated Dementia Progression in New University of Florida Study

A widely used over-the-counter supplement for joint health, glucosamine, has been linked to a potentially concerning outcome in individuals already grappling with early-stage cognitive decline. Researchers at the University of…

Early statin use linked to 15% lower dementia risk

As global life expectancy continues to rise, the prevalence of neurodegenerative conditions has emerged as a primary public health crisis. Dementia, a complex syndrome characterized by a progressive decline in…

Global Dementia Prevention Strategies Must Be Tailored, New USC-Led Study Reveals Dramatic Country-Specific Risk Factor Variations

A groundbreaking USC-led study, encompassing over 214,000 older adults across 14 diverse countries and regions, has delivered a crucial insight into the complex landscape of dementia prevention: a one-size-fits-all global…

Neuroticism, omega-3 fatty acids, and risk of incident dementia.

A comprehensive longitudinal study has identified a critical metabolic bridge between high levels of neuroticism and the development of dementia, suggesting that an imbalance in circulating fatty acids may be…

Global Dementia Prevention Strategies Must Be Tailored as Risk Factors Vary Significantly Across Nations

A groundbreaking USC-led study, meticulously analyzing data from over 214,000 older adults across 14 diverse countries and regions, has revealed a critical insight: preventing dementia may necessitate a nuanced, geographically…

Cannabis use, cognitive function and dementia risk in older adults: observational and genetic analyses

A comprehensive study published in the journal BMJ Mental Health has revealed that cannabis use among older adults does not appear to accelerate cognitive decline or increase the long-term risk…

Population-level interventions for dementia prevention: a systematic review

The global healthcare landscape is facing a monumental challenge as the prevalence of dementia continues to rise, prompting a critical evaluation of how public health strategies can effectively mitigate risk…

The Growing Link Between Diabetes and Dementia: Unraveling the Complex Interplay

The intricate connection between diabetes and dementia is no longer a nascent observation but a robustly established scientific reality. Emerging research is illuminating the multifaceted ways in which blood sugar…

New Study Links Increased Ultra-Processed Food Consumption to Impaired Focus and Potential Dementia Risk Factors

A groundbreaking new study is casting a significant shadow over the widespread consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), suggesting that even moderate increases in these products could impair cognitive function, particularly…

Sex Differences in Modifiable Risk Factors of Dementia and Their Associations with Cognition

Women not only face higher rates of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, but new research suggests they may also be more strongly affected by several common risk factors…