July 16, 2023 Vision problems could mean higher dementia risk, study finds: 'Eye health and brain health are closely linked' Older adults with vision problems may be more likely to develop dementia, a new study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found. Experts reveal the link between eye health and brain health.
July 8, 2023 Resistance training can alleviate Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, research suggests Academic researchers in Brazil have reportedly found, using mice, that resistance training plays a part in alleviating the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
July 6, 2023 Arkansas state treasurer hospitalized for second stroke this year Republican Arkansas State Treasurer Mark Lowery has been hospitalized for a stroke, according to his office, shortly after recovering from one he had in March.
July 6, 2023 FDA fully approves 'novel' Alzheimer’s disease drug Leqembi, will be covered by Medicare Leqembi, a drug that can help treat adult patients with Alzheimer’s, was given traditional approval by the FDA on Thursday. It was first approved in January for clinical trials.
July 6, 2023 Tatum O’Neal’s near-death experience caps life of drug addiction, abuse and volatile relationships Oscar winner Tatum O'Neal recently revealed she overdosed on drugs in 2020, suffered a stroke and was in a six-week coma. The revelation is the latest in a lifetime of ups and downs.
July 5, 2023 Surprising brain boost: Brushing your teeth may reduce the risk of dementia, new study suggests A new study published in the journal Neurology indicates that brushing the teeth and practicing good dental health may help to reduce the risk of dementia.
July 4, 2023 Measles protection is paramount before traveling outside the US, says CDC A recent rise in measles cases sparked a health advisory from the CDC — which urges those who may be traveling outside the U.S. to check their vaccination status with their doctor.
July 3, 2023 FDA declines approval for Amneal Pharmaceuticals' Parkinson's drug The Food and Drug Administration has declined to approve Amneal Pharmeceuticals' drug aimed at treating Parkinson's Disease over concerns regarding safety data.
June 30, 2023 Talk therapy? AI may detect 'earliest symptoms' of dementia by analyzing speech patterns A new artificial intelligence-powered tool called CognoSpeak aims to detect signs of dementia, Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders by analyzing a person’s speech and language patterns.
June 29, 2023 Heads up on migraines as expert reveals tips for finding relief from 'debilitating' headaches For National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, neurologist Lauren R. Natbony, M.D., reveals common myths and misconceptions, plus advice on migraine prevention and treatment.