Alzheimer’s disease has long been a diagnosis that arrives only after memory begins to fray, by which time brain damage is ...

While it might be frustrating, a little forgetfulness is a normal part of aging—just ask the National Institute on Aging. But more severe memory loss? That’s a different story. And while the thought ...

Your nose’s superpower is thanks to a “superhighway” that leads directly into your brain. The olfactory system runs straight to the hippocampus, or your memory hub, whereas other sensory systems have ...

Ever walk into a room and forget why? Memory blips as we age are common. But research shows that a natural substance called ...

Can smoking marijuana prevent the memory loss associated with normal aging or Alzheimer’s disease? This is a topic that scientists have been investigating for the past few years. The concept of ...

Not sure what to eat? Why not choose foods that are good for your brain? Meals inspired by traditional foods from the sunny Mediterranean, a new study found, may lower your risk for dementia by ...

A molecule involved in the brain’s mechanism for resolving inflammation might stave off memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease, a study in mice suggests. Share on Pinterest New research suggests that ...

New research suggests Alzheimer’s may start far earlier than previously thought, driven by a hidden toxic protein in the brain. Scientists found that an experimental drug, NU-9, blocks this early ...