Owner's heartbreaking routine for getting dog with dementia to sleep
Frank Bond is going above and beyond for his dog, Hero, who suffers from canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome.
Scientists test brain cholesterol link to Alzheimer's-like damage
A drug that reduces cholesterol levels in brain cells may reduce neurodegeneration caused by Alzheimer's-associated proteins.
Weapon against Parkinson's and Alzheimer's may lie in common kitchen waste
Coffee grounds contain a special substance that may protect neurons against toxins that trigger neurodegenerative diseases.
Scientists identify hidden midlife risk for developing Alzheimer's disease
"This study highlights a key mechanism by which hidden fat can increase the risk of Alzheimer's," a neurologist said.
Neurologists discover brain area shrinking is linked to memory loss
"These results emphasize that dementia is a complex condition with many underlying causes," Bernard Hanseeuw said.
Hope for Alzheimer's as neuroscientists engineer memory-boosting protein
Study author Cristian Ripoli said that the discovery could "revolutionize research and therapy in the field of neurology."
Bruce Willis' daughter reveals heartbreaking way they stay connected
"What I see is love when I'm with him and it's my dad and he loves me," Tallulah Willis said on 'The Drew Barrymore Show.'
Scientists make breakthrough in detecting early Alzheimer's
"The disease starts to develop 20 years before the onset of symptoms, so it's important to detect it early," Per Nilsson said.
Bruce Willis dementia diagnosis: Everything family and friends have shared
"As Bruce always says, 'Live it up' and together we plan to do just that," his family wrote in a joint statement.
A diagnosis shattered our retirement plans and now we can't afford our home
"Our townhouse is in a high-tax area with an association fee, in part, in order to be near a couple of grandchildren"
I had a miracle IVF baby, then doctors made a devastating discovery
When Jennifer Palermo was informed of the diagnosis, she admits feeling "so incredibly guilty" that a gene she passed onto her daughter caused this disease.
Women who diet in middle age protect themselves from dementia
Research has revealed that women who ate a blood pressure-lowering diet in middle-age were less likely to report multiple symptoms of cognitive decline later.
Can we prevent Alzheimer's? New tests and treatments are "a game changer"
Recent advances, including promising new drugs and blood tests, mean doctors may one day soon be able to stave off the worst effects of Alzheimer's.
Pet owner reveals what dementia in dogs looks like: "Heartbreaking to see"
Idalia Garza told Newsweek her dog Sasha started to show signs of the illness following the death of her older sibling.
Neuroscientists' long-term memory discovery might help dementia research
"We now have a firmer understanding of the cellular mechanisms that allow memories to be both formed and stored," Professor Cristina Alberini said.
Scientists identify link between sitting and dementia
Both a sedentary lifestyle and shorter white blood cell telomeres may be linked to greater risk of developing dementia, researchers have found.
Girl's 1st-grade eye test reveals she has dementia
"We were told on diagnosis day that was the healthiest Isla would ever be; two years later, and she has continued to defy that," her mom told Newsweek.
Dad with dementia asking for his son "every day" breaks and warms hearts
"My dad asks for his son every day," the young woman told Newsweek.
Golden retriever with "doggy dementia" playing hide-and-seek melts hearts
"They never stop making us smile even when they're old and gray, still a perfect baby," one user wrote under the video with over 1.1 million views.
The one lifestyle choice that could prevent memory loss
Abstaining from alcohol or reducing consumption can prevent memory loss later in life, a psychiatrist says.
Dad with Alzheimer's reacting to daughter's sweet tattoo viewed by 13M
"Alzheimer's is such a hard disease, especially when you are young and see young parents face it, sending love!" wrote one user.
Family devastated after brothers, 2 and 6, both diagnosed with dementia
Kristian Tucker told Newsweek: "I couldn't believe that I might only have a couple of years left with my baby and that he would suffer so much."
Putin's bizarre memory lapse sparks "dementia" rumors
There has been much speculation about the Russian leader's health since he invaded Ukraine.
Scientists reveal link between brushing teeth and dementia
Maintaining good oral hygiene could protect us from brain disease later in life, research suggests.
I left my dying father in the hands of a psychopath
The news left me stunned, nauseous in disbelief.
Dad keeps forgetting the crushing reality about mom
After 61 years, he can't quite remember that he is not part of a we.
Heartbreaking reality of dementia as woman forgets about baby granddaughter
Jade Mead told Newsweek that it's "daunting and can be emotionally draining" but her family tries to focus on the positives throughout.
My husband's dementia taught me a valuable lesson
I thought the whole thing was terrible: "How can I be doing this?"
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia
Carter "continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones," her family wrote in a statement.
Remains of missing man with dementia likely found in New Hampshire
Police said that skeletal remains were found in a swamp area in New Hampshire following the latest search for missing person John Matson.