A test that takes less than 4 minutes to administer could help primary care clinicians screen for dementia in older adults.

For people with dementia, memories from the distant past, including early parenthood, can be more salient that recent events.

Older adults are exploring cannabis to manage dementia symptoms like anxiety and agitation, especially as traditional meds fall short. Dr. Jeffrey Hergenrather notes 20% of his cannabis patients ...

Unexplained fluctuations in cholesterol levels have been linked to dementia and cognitive decline in a recent study.

One dementia sign can show up while you’re showering ... Dr. Siddiqui says some patients try aromatherapy to restore their sense of smell, but the loss can be permanent. Not all joy is lost ...

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Dementia symptoms aren't always obvious, especially in the beginning, but a clock-drawing test which can be done at home can ...

The clock-drawing method is a quick and easy way to test for dementia, as it involves a range of cognitive skills ...

Two care workers have been struck off after they were caught mistreating an elderly dementia patient on a hidden camera installed by her family. Bisola Akindein, 34, and Diana Otobohu, 39 ...

Despite decades of calls for more attention to patient safety in hospitals, people undergoing surgery still have high rates of complications and medical errors, a new study finds. More than a ...