Dementia risk could dip with common vaccine, study suggests
Stanford researchers found that adults who received the zoster vaccine for shingles have a lower risk of developing dementia. Experts discuss the public health impact.
Drugs that reduce dementia risk — and others that increase it
A new study found that some medications could have the unintended benefit of reducing dementia risk, while others could increase the risk. A doctor comments on the findings.
Dementia risk could be lowered by doing this for 5 minutes a day: study
A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researchers found that five minutes a day of light exercise may help prevent dementia, even for frail older adults. A…
104-year-old woman celebrates birthday by fulfilling most unusual wish
A 104-year-old woman spent her birthday in jail recently — a longtime bucket-list item for her. The nursing home resident had never been inside the local jail and wanted to…
10 tips for dementia caregivers to make the holidays less stressful and more enjoyable
The holiday season can be particularly stressful for those living with dementia. Experts share tips to help dementia patients, family members and caregivers enjoy a smooth, low-stress season.
15 holiday gifts for dementia patients and caregivers: ‘Cognitively appropriate’
The Alzheimer's Association released a list of gift recommendations for individuals with the disease at every stage of dementia. Experts offer insights on how to navigate the holiday amid dementia.
Older Americans turn to marijuana for better sleep and pain relief: Here’s what to know
A growing number of older adults are turning to the drug for a variety of reasons — but are the potential benefits worth the risk? Experts give their insights.
Life expectancy in humans not likely to increase much more, study suggests
New research suggests that human life expectancy has hit its peak based on global statistics. Researcher S. Jay Olshansky explains why the focus should shift to healthspan extension.