Diagnosis and Causes

Fighting Inflammation May Help Protect Your Brain

March 11, 2026

Doctors increasingly recognize the role that inflammation plays in many diseases of aging, including heart disease and diabetes. Now a…

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Blood Sugar Spikes After Eating May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk

February 11, 2026

People who have abnormally high elevations in blood sugar after meals may be at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease,…

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A Hidden Danger for People With Alzheimer’s: Excess Medications

January 28, 2026

One in four older Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are prescribed risky medications they may not need, according to a new…

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What Our Body Clocks May Say About Our Alzheimer’s Risk

January 14, 2026

Our circadian rhythms, the internal body clock that determines when we are most active and alert and when we wind…

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6 Symptoms of Depression That May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk

December 24, 2025

Being depressed has been linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Now researchers…

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Your Driving Habits Could Predict Cognitive Decline

December 10, 2025

Your driving patterns could be an early indicator of cognitive decline, a new study suggests. Identifying changing driving habits could…

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Brain Risks of Hearing Loss May Start Early

November 12, 2025

A new analysis underscores the importance of good hearing for good brain health. A new study found that people in…

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FDA Approves New Blood Test for Alzheimer’s

October 29, 2025

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new blood test to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. It…

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Air Pollution May Accelerate Alzheimer’s Progression

October 1, 2025

Breathing in polluted air may speed up the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new report. The study found…

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Even Light Drinking May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk

October 1, 2025

Any amount of alcohol may be bad for the brain. And the more you drink, the higher your risk of…

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Insomnia Can Age the Brain

September 17, 2025

Poor sleep can leave you feeling tired, testy and drained. It may also take a serious toll on the brain,…

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Why You Should Get Your Hearing Checked Now

September 3, 2025

Good hearing is essential for good brain health, a growing body of evidence suggests. And the earlier you correct bad…

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What Super Agers Can Teach Us About the Aging Brain

August 20, 2025

For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern University have been studying adults age 80 and older who have the same memory…

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Alzheimer’s Disease Typically Takes Over 3 Years to Diagnose

August 20, 2025

It takes an average of three-and-a-half years after symptoms are first noticed for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms…

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Men, Women and the Effects of Stress on the Brain

July 23, 2025

The death of a partner, the loss of a job and money worries are among the major life stressors that…

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Sad woman crying behind window, late-life depression linked to Alzheimer’s risk

Late-Life Mood Disorders May Be Early Alzheimer’s Sign

June 25, 2025

People who develop depression or bipolar disorder later in life may be at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. A…

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3D illustration of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), which may be linked to Alzheimer's disease.

Cold Sore Virus May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Disease

May 28, 2025

The virus that causes cold sores, the painful blisters that erupt around the mouth and lips, may be linked to…

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Close-up of a healthcare worker performing a blood test via finger prick, used in Alzheimer’s diagnostic testing.

What to Know About the New Blood Test for Alzheimer’s

May 28, 2025

In May 2025, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. The test, known…

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A thoughtful man sitting at a table with a drink in hand, reflecting concerns about alcohol consumption and its impact on brain health.

8 Drinks a Week Could Affect Your Alzheimer’s Risk

April 30, 2025

Heavy drinking can take a toll on the body, raising the risk for heart disease, various forms of cancer, strokes,…

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A close-up of a man holding a cheeseburger, highlighting the impact of processed red meat on brain health.

Red Meat and Your Alzheimer’s Risk

March 19, 2025

Red meat is a well-known risk factor for heart disease, and many studies suggest it may raise the risk of…

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Changing Cholesterol Levels Tied to Dementia Risk

February 19, 2025

High cholesterol is a well-recognized risk factor for heart disease and stroke and can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease…

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How Long Can You Expect to Live With Alzheimer’s Disease?

February 5, 2025

Wondering how long a family member with Alzheimer’s disease might live is a fraught concern for many families. The difficulties…

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Dementia Cases May Double by 2060

February 5, 2025

The number of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia will double in the coming decades, with up…

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A Blood Test for Alzheimer’s May Be in Your Future

September 25, 2024

One day soon, getting tested for Alzheimer’s may be as simple as going to your doctor’s office and getting a…

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