The length of telomeres, the protective caps at the end of chromosomes, in white blood cells may help predict the likelihood ...

Increased social engagement may delay dementia onset by up to five years, emphasizing the importance of social connections ...

Effects of Social Isolation and Loneliness” is the topic of a Wyoming Dementia Together (WDT) program Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...

Social activity not only delays dementia onset an average of five years; it also carries a $500,000 lifetime savings on healthcare costs per person, according to a new paper from Rush University ...

Many people use the terms Alzheimer’s disease and dementia as if they mean the same thing, but they actually refer to ...

Many commercial biological age tests collect genetic information through saliva samples or oral swabs. For accurate measurements, however, blood samples are typically necessary according to a new ...

Keeping active throughout life—particularly before the age of 50—leads to changes in the brain that could help stave off ...

Visiting friends, going to parties, and being social may help keep your brain healthy and prevent or delay dementia in old ...

Keeping your blood pressure in check may benefit you in the long run by cutting your risk of developing dementia.

New research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no ...

Social activities include dining out, traveling, and even playing bingo. According to research from Rush, staying socially ...