Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia. About 446,000 people currently live with a brain condition that may ...

Research suggests up to 40 per cent of dementia cases may be linked to lifestyle factors we can change. One of these may be ...

What types of activities are best suited for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia with mild, moderate and/or low cognitive functions? It is important to match activities to interests and cognitive ...

The hours you spend tracing countries on a globe or puzzling over a chessboard may add up to more than idle time. According to a new study, such mentally stimulating pursuits are linked to years-long ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Alzheimer’s is one of the most feared age-related diseases, but the encouraging news is that lifestyle plays a powerful role in ...

Intellectually engaging and stimulating activities like reading, writing, and learning new languages are linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment in later life. The ...

I often write about the importance of helping keep our loved ones active and engaged. Many stimulating activities can help enrich their lives, leading to a better sense of purpose, improved interest, ...

WASHINGTON (7News) — This week, 7News On Your Side is helping caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease. Six in 10 of those living with dementia wander from home, which can be life-threatening ...

New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.