‘Spouse dementia, it wasn’t anyone else.’
A study found that when a spouse is diagnosed with dementia, the risk of developing dementia increases by up to 74 percent for a husband or wife living together. Full…
Zim cannot afford to ignore the silent dementia crisis
FOR years, Zimbabwe has focused much of its public health attention on communicable diseases, maternal health and more recently non-communicable illnesses such as cancer, diabetes and hypertension. Full Story
How to find empowerment after a dementia diagnosis
The fear can startle or even be overwhelming — what would it mean to have progressive dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease? Full Story
Bridging the gap: Library offers kits to help caregivers, those with dementia connect
Jacksonville Public Library offers patrons their choice of books, movies and music, along with a range of research materials. Full Story
When Dementia Hits Home: The Hidden Impact on Spouses
We often think of marriage as a shield—a partnership that keeps us healthier, happier, and even living longer. But here's the thing: new research into dementia risk factors is forcing…
THC/CBD Combination Cuts Agitation in Hospice-Eligible Dementia: LiBBY Trial
Topline results from the LiBBY trial (Life's End Benefits of cannaBidiol and tetrahYdrocannabinol; NCT05644262) were presented in the Developing Topics session at the 2026 Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) in…
6 Physical Symptoms Of Dementia That You Really Should Know
Getting older comes with many changes, not the least of which are occasional memory lapses, which tend to worry many people in the moment. Full Story
These speech changes could signal early Alzheimer’s — here’s what to watch for
Lead author Christina Young, a researcher in Stanford University’s Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, investigated this connection. Her team published the findings in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Full…
Scientists Probe Final Moments of Clarity in Dementia Patients
Scientists are now seriously probing a phenomenon that some have quietly witnessed: people with advanced dementia suddenly "coming back" near the end of life. Full Story
New WHO guidelines: up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed
The World Health Organization (WHO) released updated guidelines on reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, providing countries with evidence-based recommendations to help prevent or delay the onset of…