Despite being taken by millions of Americans, the popular herbal supplement ginkgo biloba to improve brain health, does not appear to help postpone dementia. »more»

New research from Washington University in St. Louis indicates knowing the truth about having dementia as soon as possible improves the emotional well-being of both patients and their caregivers. The study is published in the current Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. »more»

According to a new study being published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia, older Americans are having less trouble with memories. Ken Langa of the University of Michigan, who conducted the study, believes the reason might be because today's seniors spent more time in school than previous generations. »more»

In a sobering study by researchers at the Institute of Public Health at the University of Cambridge, people with dementia survive an average four-and-a-half years after diagnosis. »more»

When one parent has dementia, your risk of developing the dementia triples. But what if both of your parents have it? »more»

Everyone knows that the earlier you detect a disease the better. Early detection of Alzheimer's disease allows a patient to better plan for their future and to take medication to delay symptoms from worsening. Therefore it would follow that older people should have regular screenings for the disease. »more»

Statistically it is one of the biggest threats facing you as you age. Emotionally it is the one that could exact the greatest toll if you or a loved one experiences it. If you or your parents are over 65 then there is around a 10% chance one of them will have some form of Alzheimer's disease or dementia and this increases to 50% by age 85. »more»

According to a study published in the August 7, 2007, issue of Neurology, caffeine may help older women protect their cognitive abilities. »more»

Difficulty Identifying Odors May Predict Cognitive Decline »more»

Finally some good news regarding possible prevention techniques for reducing the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease. »more»