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3 things to avoid in middle age could mean 13 more years without dementia, study finds
NYU Langone Health research reveals how avoiding high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking in midlife could add nearly 13 dementia-free years.
Study links better midlife vascular health to nearly 13 more dementia-free years
A long-term study of 12,409 adults found that a greater burden of diabetes, hypertension, and current smoking in midlife was associated with substantially fewer years lived free of dementia. Adults with none of these risk factors had about 30.1 dementia-free years from age 55, compared with 17.5 years among those with all three, a difference of nearly 13 years.
Avoiding these three things could add 13 years of dementia-free life
People with good vascular health may gain extra dementia-free years, new research suggests.
Healthy midlife habits could delay dementia by up to 13 years, study finds
New research suggests that managing key health risks during middle age could significantly reduce the likelihood of developing dementia.
Bruce Willis' wife backs California bill to track rare brain disease
Emma Heming Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis, visited the California State Capitol this week to advocate for legislation that would add frontotemporal dementia (FTD) to the state’s neurodegenerative disease registry.
Iconic 49ers RB Roger Craig announces he has vascular dementia during Hall of Fame speech: 'This diagnosis doesn't define me'
49ers’ legend Roger Craig reveals health ordeal during Hall of Fame speech
Roger Craig, an offensive catalyst in the 49ers’ 1980s dynasty, revealed during Saturday’s Pro Football Hall of Fame speech that he is battling vascular dementia.
These 3 health factors can delay dementia for 13 years, long-term study finds
Healthy blood vessels can protect your brain as well as your heart.
WHO says up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented, and other health stories
Top health stories: New WHO guidance suggests up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed; global hunger falls for a third consecutive year; and the latest on Ebola in the DRC.
Avoiding These 3 Things in Midlife Is Linked to 13 More Dementia-Free Years
There are still opportunities in midlife to prevent dementia or delay its onset, a new study finds.
Avoiding these 3 risk factors might buy you 13 more dementia-free years
New research finds that people who steer clear of key cardiovascular hazards at midlife live much longer before developing dementia.
Health Watch: Watch what you eat during food illness outbreaks; GLP-1s may help with dementia
UMass Chan leading patient-centered research for people living with dementia
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute is sponsoring the two-year, $300,000 project.
Nearly half of dementia cases may be linked to risks you can change
A long-term brain study found that common risks such as smoking, high blood pressure, heart disease, and high blood lipids were strongly linked to damage associated with vascular dementia. The findings suggest that healthier lifestyle choices could help delay dementia by reducing several harmful brain changes at once.
Study finds three midlife health factors that could delay dementia for 13 years
The secret? Having normal blood pressure, no type 2 diabetes, and not smoking between the ages of 45 and 65
Avoiding 3 things during middle age may delay dementia risk by 13 years
How you manage three health factors may affect your risk of developing dementia sooner rather than later, a new study has found.
Study finds three midlife health factors that could delay dementia for 13 years
Research suggests addressing risk factors for poor cardiovascular health between the ages of 45 and 65 could help reduce risk of cognitive decline
Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests
A study of about 64,000 people found that lower sugar intake during pregnancy and early life was linked to up to 23% lower dementia risk decades later.
Could we prevent dementia? A new trial may point the way.
While much funding for dementia research goes toward treatments, some scientists want to reduce people's risk of developing the condition in the first place.
AI Cognitive Health Startup Mantis Biotech Rethinks How Women Are Diagnosed
The AI Catching Brain Fog, ADHD, And Dementia Between Doctor Visits
Even GB News cringes as Reform turns dementia patients into a political football
Honest Bob was rattled at the idea of joining cross-party talks on social care. Why bother behaving as a serious opposition?
Dementia affecting younger persons strikes Hispanics more than previously thought, UT Health San Antonio-led study shows
Educational disparities contribute to diagnostic delays of frontotemporal dementia Contact: Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO, July 27, 2026 – A form of dementia that strikes younger people is more common in Hispanics than previously thought, according to a new study led by researchers at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of […]
How ultra-processed foods may damage your long-term brain health
An increasing number of studies have linked ultra-processed foods with depression, anxiety and even dementia. Columnist Helen Thomson explores how strong the evidence is for the brain effects of a diet full of these foods
A hidden Alzheimer’s tipping point may decide who gets dementia
Scientists have identified a possible tipping point that helps determine whether Alzheimer’s-related brain changes lead to dementia. The key may lie in how the brain’s immune cells respond to plaques and tau, offering a promising new target for treatments designed to extend cognitive resilience.
Biggs Institute at UT Health San Antonio to lead $2.5 million national, multi-site study on dementia with Lewy bodies
Teaming with UF, UCSF and VCU to improve detection, bring hope Contacts: UT Health San Antonio, Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu University of Florida, Jill Pease, (352) 273-5816, jpease@PHHP.UFL.EDU University of California San Francisco, Suzanne Leigh, (415) 476-2993, suzanne.leigh@ucsf.edu Virginia Commonwealth University, Leigh Farmer, (804) 828-7028, forresterlg@vcu.edu SAN ANTONIO, July 21, 2026 – The Glenn […]
6 Dementia Risk Factors You Can Change
These healthy habits benefit your whole body—including your brain—and may help contribute to lower dementia risk over time.
Scientists discover a protein that protects the brain from Alzheimer’s damage
A protein called SORLA may act as a powerful defense against the toxic tau tangles involved in Alzheimer’s disease. Mice with extra SORLA had less tau accumulation, less brain atrophy, and healthier connections between neurons, while mice without it experienced more severe damage. The findings also revealed a possible drug target that could help control harmful activity in supporting brain cells.
Science & Medicine: Small daily choices can have a big impact on your dementia risk
A UT San Antonio researcher warns that dementia cases could triple by 2050 and that no health system on earth is ready for it. But Dr. Claudia Suemoto says the outlook isn't hopeless: everyday choices around exercise, diet, and community can meaningfully lower your risk, especially if you start by around age 35.
Every Hit Counts: The new science behind football and dementia
After decades of debate fueled by courtroom battles, documentaries, and heartbreaking personal stories, the scientific picture linking repetitive head impacts to neurodegenerative disease is becoming sharper. A landmark study of nearly 20,000 NFL players replaces speculation with one of the strongest population-level analyses yet of how football, career length, and playing position influence the long-term risk of brain disease.
In Good Health: The Alzheimer’s Research Revolution
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can have a real impact on a person and their family. There’s a lot to consider — what the future will hold, what symptoms they’ll experience, and on what timeline.About 7.5 million people in the U.S. currently suffer from Alzheimer’s. Every year, around half a million more are diagnosed with the disease or another form of dementia. As the population gets older, that figure will continue to rise.For decades, researchers have struggled to understand these kinds of diseases. But when it comes to testing and treatment, particularly for Alzheimer’s, there have been significant advances in the past few years.In this installment of our series, “In Good Health,” we tackle the revolution in dementia research. What will that mean for patients?For more information on dementia research, find Pam Belluck’s latest reporting at the New York Times. And Dr. Karlawish’s “Neurotransmissions” column at STAT News, covering dementia care and research.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
What does resilience show about healthy aging after trauma?
Findings from the Vietnamese Insights into Cognitive Aging Program come as the landmark study receives a $13.3 million NIH award to expand dementia research.
2 brain-healthy habits a neurologist swears by to prevent disease
A neurologist shared why emotional health is so important for reducing the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's.
Major international trial finds healthy behaviors help brain health in older adults
The question researchers still want to answer is whether those changes translate to a reduced risk of dementia.
Where you live could shape your dementia risk, massive study finds
Researchers analyzing data from more than 214,000 people found that dementia risk factors differ widely across countries, challenging the idea of a one-size-fits-all prevention strategy. At the same time, they uncovered surprisingly consistent patterns that could help shape smarter, more targeted public health efforts.
An anti-inflammatory diet may protect against dementia in some older adults
Recent research suggests that healthy eating habits matter, even when people are already at increased risk of cognitive decline.
New study finds NFL players nearly four times more likely to die of neurodegenerative disease
"A fourfold increase in dementia rates from a presumed environmental cause is immense."
Do You Know Your Dementia Risk?
The risk for Alzheimer's doubles every ten years after the age of 60. Knowing your risk can potentially help you prevent dementia as you age.
An anti-inflammatory diet may lower dementia risk, even in people with early signs of Alzheimer’s
Healthy eating may help protect the brain, even after early biological changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease have begun, a study suggests. Dr. Leana Wen explains.
Scientists may have finally found how Alzheimer's kills brain cells
Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at slowing neuron loss by interrupting the process before cells are destroyed.
What Is “Pinky Time,” and Can It Really Boost Brain Health?
A social media trend has people doing finger exercises to prevent dementia. Here's what experts think.
‘Super movers’ have half the risk of brain decline in old age — even if their brains show signs of dementia
If you’re at risk of Alzheimer’s, these dietary habits can help, study finds
Research suggests diet remains a relevant factor for brain health even after blood markers of dementia are present.
Scientists may have finally found how Alzheimer's spreads through the brain
A common brain protein may be giving Alzheimer’s disease an unexpected way to spread, carrying toxic Tau proteins from damaged neurons into healthy ones. By blocking these harmful protein packages before they reach new cells, researchers believe it may one day be possible to slow the disease's relentless progression.
Shingles is linked to inflammation in the brain. Research shows how to cut dementia risk.
Shingles, a condition triggered by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus in the body, can cause a “war zone” of inflammation in the brain.
How to stop scam texts from targeting aging parents
Learn how to protect elderly parents with dementia from scam texts by using iPhone Screen Time limits, carrier tools and payment restrictions.
The Pulse: Women's Health is Having a Reckoning - The Longevity Gap is Where it Starts
Welcome to our new series The Pulse, covering everything you need to know about the age of intelligent health.From ovarian aging and maternal health to cardiovascular and dementia risk, HLTH USA 2026 is programming the women’s health conversations medicine has been too slow to have.While women live longer than men, they spend 25% longer in poor health. The healthspan gap, between how long women live and how long they live in good health, is the defining focus of the next frontier in women’s health. “Diminished healthspan ...
I started treating my dad with dementia like a customer
When my father's dementia made communication difficult, I borrowed a lesson from customer service: smile first.
Can Better Sleep Lower Dementia Risk? What the Science Says
Poor sleep may raise your Alzheimer's risk by as much as 44%. Here's what researchers know about sleep, brain health, and what you can do tonight.
Michigan’s aging brains need more protection, poll shows
Lifestyle changes can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia but a poll shows many Michiganders over 50 don’t know about or do them.
Michigan’s aging brains need more protection, poll shows
Lifestyle changes can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia but a poll shows many Michiganders over 50 don’t know about or do them.
How you use AI could weaken brain defense against dementia: researcher
"How you use AI, not how often, will determine its impact," Vivienne Ming, a theoretical neuroscientist and AI researcher told Business Insider.
NWA Women in Business: Melissa Curry
Residence: Fort Smith Education: Certified dementia practitioner, certified dementia practitioner trainer, certified dementia care manager, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (Westark College) Professional background: Curry has been the CEO...
Why the penis is a barometer of men's health - and we need to wake up to its warnings
Erectile dysfunction can be an early warning of heart attack, stroke, diabetes and dementia.
Senior Dog With Dementia Makes a Valuable Contribution to Science of Aging
Ralph spent years bringing joy and comfort to the Rowe family, but his impact extended far beyond his home. After developing dementia in his later years, the senior dog became part of a research effor...
Popular joint supplement glucosamine linked to faster Alzheimer’s progression
A major study suggests glucosamine, a popular supplement for joint pain, could be linked to faster progression from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found a 25% higher likelihood of developing dementia among glucosamine users and uncovered biological clues that may explain why.
Study links joint pain supplement to accelerating dementia
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — New research has found an association between taking glucosamine, a popular over-the-counter supplement used for joint pain, and a higher…
Scientists found a new Alzheimer’s trigger and a drug that stops it
Researchers have identified a new Alzheimer’s target and created an experimental compound that blocks a damaging process inside brain cells. In mice, the treatment slowed nerve cell loss, reduced Alzheimer’s-related changes, and even appeared to promote healthier aging.
This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds
A Harvard study of over 147,000 adults found that 90 to 119 minutes of weekly strength training was linked to a 13% lower risk of death from any cause.
Huge Psilocybin Dose Has Incredible Effect on Elderly Dementia Patient
A radical new treatment may be emerging.
BEAM raises awareness of Alzheimer’s disease through community outreach, research
A UCLA club is partnering with local senior living homes and engaging in research to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Brain-Health Education and Advocacy Movement at UCLA works with the Mary S.
Ultraprocessed Diets Linked to Dementia Risk | WSJ Health for June 5
Plus, new research on anesthesia and a brain tumor radiation device
E-bike safety; lung cancer treatment and prevention; keeping CMA Festival attendees safe; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
WKRN News 2 interviewed Jeffrey Upperman, MD, FACS, Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, about e-bike related injuries following the recent death of a Brentwood High student and a proposal to require safety training before students could ride a bike on a school campus in Williamson County. Fabien Maldonado, MD, MSc,Professor of Medicine and Thoracic Surgery, was on WTVF News Channel 5‘s live studio show, “Openline,” with host Ben Hall, to discuss lung cancer, treatment and prevention. WSMV’s “Today In Nashville” program hosted Vanderbilt LifeFlight paramedic/flight nurse practitioner Tony Smith to talk about safety for the CMA Festival. The New York Times reporter Carl Zimmer interviewed James Crowe, MD, Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Antibody Therapeutics, for a story about the race to find vaccines and treatments as Ebola spreads. The Vanderbilt Health News release about the pilot clinical trial conducted by Vanderbilt Health and Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., that confirms the safety of ifetroban and supports the further development of the drug to prevent cancer metastasis, was picked up by Reuters, Stock Titan,and others. Women We Admire has named Lee Ann Liska, President and Chief Operating Officer, to its list of top women leaders of Nashville for 2026. Radiology Business, Aunt Minnie, Bioengineer, and Imaging Technology News covered the study from Consuelo Wilkins, MD, MSCI, the Mildred Thornton Stahlman Professor in Rural Health and professor of Medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, that found Black and Hispanic people, while known to be far more apt to have dementia, are significantly less apt than other racial and ethnic groups to show Alzheimer’s pathology on brain scans. STAT News interviewed Deva Sharma, MD, Transfusion Medicine & Hematology-Oncology, for a story about more patients requesting unvaccinated blood and what it means for the medical system at large. Yahoo! Health reporter Korin Miller interviewed Gitanjali Srivastava, MD, Director of Obesity Medicine, for a story about how semaglutide and tirzepatide compare. William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, was quoted by several news outlets about public health issues, including: NBC News (new COVID vaccinations); Medscape (pneumonia and sepsis); and CNN (protection from contagious viruses). Shelbyville Times-Gazette is repurposing Jessica Pasley’s July 2025 Vanderbilt Health News story on tick-borne illnesses as a front-page story.
2026 Science of Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementias (AD/ADRD) for Social Scientists Program - June 4, 2026
The Science of Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementias (AD/ADRD) for Social Scientists Program is a unique two-day series of - 2026 Science of Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementias (AD/ADRD) for Social Scientists Program June 4, 2026
Hearing loss is bad for the whole body – but new treatments are coming
From dementia to heart attacks, hearing loss has been linked to a wide range of effects across the body, and the condition is on the rise. Fortunately, we're learning how best to safeguard this crucial sense and how we might be able to reverse the damage
Air Pollution and Brain Health: What You Need to Know
Discover how air pollution affects brain health in children and adults. URochester Medicine researchers reveal links to learning difficulties, dementia, and Parkinson's—plus steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic show promise for more than weight loss. But what’s science vs hype?
Ozempic-style drugs have been flagged as possible treatments for cancer, dementia, endo, addiction and more. An expert explains what the evidence really says.
Everyday task may help detect early dementia signs before diagnosis, study finds
Scientists have discovered that a simple writing test could detect cognitive impairment in older adults before more serious symptoms develop.
Quitting smoking could offer a major benefit beyond heart and lung health, study finds
New research analyzing over 32,000 adults over 25 years suggests quitting smoking may reduce dementia risk and support long-term brain health.
Protein traffic jams may explain aging, memory loss, and Alzheimer’s
Scientists at Stanford may have uncovered a hidden reason our brains decline with age. Studying the ultra-short-lived turquoise killifish, researchers discovered that the cellular machinery responsible for building proteins begins to jam and malfunction over time. Tiny structures called ribosomes start colliding and stalling while reading genetic instructions, triggering a chain reaction that leads to faulty proteins and harmful clumps linked to diseases like Alzheimer’s.
Emma Heming Willis Opens Up About Caregiving and Brain Health: ‘Ask for Help’
The mom of two shares how she prioritizes her own health and needs as a caregiver to husband Bruce Willis as he battles frontotemporal dementia.
Inside Bruce Willis’ Health Journey: What to Know About the Actor’s Frontotemporal Dementia
Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, prompting his retirement from acting. Here’s everything to know about Bruce Willis’ health journey since his diagnosis.
Performing mental activities while sitting can decrease risk for dementia
Scientists say they’ve reversed brain aging with a simple nasal spray
Researchers at Texas A&M have developed a nasal spray that appears to reverse brain aging by calming inflammation and restoring the brain’s energy systems. After just two doses, memory and cognitive function improved for months, raising hopes for future treatments targeting dementia and brain fog.
Vascular Contributions to Cognitive Impairment and Brain Health
This paper updates the 2011 Vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia scientific statement.
USC scientists discover a hidden Alzheimer’s trigger and a possible way to shut it down
USC researchers have identified potential new drug compounds that may reduce the brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease, especially in people with the high-risk APOE4 gene. The compounds target cPLA2, an enzyme that seems to fuel harmful inflammation while also being important for normal brain activity.
Blood pressure swings over 24 hours tied to poorer brain health
Frequent changes in blood pressure could affect cognitive health and contribute to brain changes associated with dementia risk, according to new research from Monash University.
One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests
New research suggests the type of sitting matters for dementia risk, with mentally engaging activities linked to a significant reduction in risk.
Scientists discover why Alzheimer’s risk hits women so much harder
Women may be especially sensitive to the effects of common dementia risk factors, according to a new UC San Diego study of over 17,000 adults. Researchers say tailoring prevention strategies specifically for women could be key to reducing Alzheimer’s risk.
Scientists reversed memory loss by recharging the brain’s tiny engines
Researchers have shown for the first time that malfunctioning mitochondria — the cell’s energy generators — may directly cause cognitive decline in neurodegenerative diseases. By creating a new tool that temporarily boosts mitochondrial activity in the brain, scientists restored memory performance in mouse models of dementia. The discovery hints that energy failure inside neurons could happen before brain cells die, potentially offering a new target for future Alzheimer’s treatments.
Home health aide accused of stealing from elderly Miami Lakes patient with dementia
A home health aide is accused of stealing from the elderly woman with dementia who she was taking care of in Miami Lakes, authorities said.
Better brain health linked to resilience against early Alzheimer's in adults 65 to 80
A healthy brain may help protect thinking and memory skills from the early effects of Alzheimer's disease, a new study has found. Dementia is currently the leading cause of death in Australia and Alzheimer's ...
This daily habit could lower dementia risk by 35%, scientists say
A huge long-term study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day was linked to a much lower risk of dementia, especially before age 75. Researchers say caffeine may help keep brain cells active while reducing inflammation and harmful plaque buildup associated with Alzheimer’s disease. But more coffee wasn’t better — the protective effect appeared to level off after moderate intake.
My dad's dementia care cost $17,000 monthly, drained his life savings
My father with dementia needed full-time care in an assisted living facility. The cost and scarcity of elder care is difficult for families like mine.
‘The mouth is a gateway into your body’: the fascinating, frightening links between our gums and our health
Scientists are discovering more and more associations between poor oral health and everything from heart disease to dementia. But can flossing and brushing properly guarantee a longer life?
AHA Reframes Brain Health as a Lifelong Process
A new AHA scientific statement says sleep, mental health, pollution, and childhood adversity can shape cognitive aging and dementia risk, underscoring that brain health is built across a lifetime.
Can blockbuster GLP-1 weight-loss drugs also protect brain health?
UCSF experts share their research on medications’ potential to slow or reduce risk of dementia and to treat the triggers that drive addiction.
Want a Better Brain? New Science Says Coffee Has a Big Benefit You Didn't Know About
New research suggests that both regular and decaf coffee may support gut health, mood, and cognition through changes in the gut microbiome.
This simple amino acid supplement greatly reduces Alzheimer’s damage
A new study suggests a surprisingly simple compound could help fight Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that arginine—an inexpensive amino acid already considered safe—can reduce the buildup of toxic amyloid proteins in the brain, a hallmark of the disease. In animal models, oral arginine not only lowered harmful protein deposits but also improved behavior and reduced brain inflammation.
The Roots of Dementia Trace Back All The Way to Childhood, Experts Reveal
The evidence is growing.
Scientists restore memory by blocking a single Alzheimer’s protein
Researchers have identified a new potential weapon against Alzheimer’s: blocking a protein called PTP1B. In mice, this approach boosted memory and helped brain immune cells clear harmful plaque buildup. Since PTP1B is also linked to diabetes and obesity—both risk factors for Alzheimer’s—it could offer a broader treatment strategy.
Even a single serving of ultraprocessed food may raise dementia risk
Your risk of cognitive decline and dementia rises with small amounts of ultraprocessed foods, even when you are trying to eat healthy, a new study found.
Food safety experts warn of USDA brain drain
An autism advisory committee finally meets again, antipsychotics and dementia, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Dementia risk rises with common food type millions eat every day, study suggests
A new study from Australia links ultraprocessed food consumption to lower attention scores and higher dementia risk, even among those who follow otherwise healthy diets.
Most Americans value brain health, but a new Alzheimer's report finds few know how to protect it
According to the survey released this month, 9 in 10 adults aged 40 and older said brain health is a top priority, on par with physical health. But only about 1 in 10 actually know how to maintain it.
Deputies: Woman with dementia, other mental health issues last seen at Greenville County home
Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call 911.
Greenville Co. deputies actively searching for woman with dementia, other mental health issues
English suffers from dementia and other mental health issues, according to the sheriff’s office.
Brain health: Alzheimer's 2026 new report on cognitive impairment & dementia in Tennessee
An estimated 7.4 million Americans age 65 and older are now living with clinical dementia due to Alzheimer's disease, according to a newly released report from
Scientists Reveal The Optimal Amount of Sleep to Lower Dementia Risk
A huge analysis uncovers the sweet spot.