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You may be more at risk for early onset dementia than you think – new science you need to know

But lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk.

5 early dementia signs people often miss — and why it matters

“It’s a common notion that only people with memory problems can be diagnosed with dementia, but behavioral changes or ...
Tyla

Experts reveal the most overlooked early warning signs of Alzheimer's

Health experts at Kenneth K. Wogensen, MD, have rounded up the most overlooked early warning signs and 'subtle symptoms' of ...

Scientists pinpoint why women may be more prone than men to developing dementia

MENOPAUSE shrinks the brain and could explain why women are more likely than men to get dementia, say scientists. A study by ...

Researchers explore new diagnostic tools, genetic roots for early-onset dementia

Researchers at the new Center for Brain Health at UT Health San Antonio are studying midlife testing for early-onset dementia with blood-based biomarkers to see if they can detect disease activity up ...

Women face a higher risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia than men — and early childhood can play a factor

The most recent data from 2023 shows that in Canada, women have an average life expectancy of 84 years, compared to men's ...

Five early dementia signs including one you may notice at night

According to The New York Times, there are five symptoms people frequently experience during the early stages that can easily ...

This sleep habit could be an early sign of dementia, scientists warn

It affects around two percent of adults and scientists are warning that a sleep habit might be an early warning sign for ...
Everyday Health

Dementia Takes More Than 3 Years to Diagnose, Research Finds

Early signs of dementia can resemble normal cognitive changes due to aging. But timely diagnosis can help people get the treatment and support they need. A new research analysis shows it takes an ...
McKnight's Senior Living

Loneliness plays significant role in Alzheimer’s; doctors’ EHR notes may hold clues in early diagnosis: studies

Three recent studies highlighting different aspects of Alzheimer’s disease reinforce the role of loneliness in the disease, as well as early clues to disease development years before diagnosis.

What we can learn from Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer

A UK man who is thought to be Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer recently passed away from the disease at only 24 years old. Andre Yarham, from Norfolk in England, was just 22 when he was first ...