The risk of developing dementia may be double what was previously thought. But there are things the U.S. can do to help fight ...

Dementia, a progressive disorder that impacts memory and independence, affects millions globally. While many are aware of ...

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. Here, we break down what to know about this disease, including: What ...

The lifetime risk of dementia after age 55 is about 42% - more than double the risk reported by earlier studies, and one that puts greater urgency on the need to mitigate addressable health problems, ...

The researchers suggest that their estimates are higher because they took extra measures to avoid underestimating the number ...

Gum disease appears to disrupt brain activity, potentially increasing a person’s risk of cognitive decline.People with ...