Cognitive decline in old age could be a warning sign for issues with motor skills

While cognitive and physical decline is expected in old age, experts have been trying to pinpoint which one tends to happen first. Now, researchers have determined that cognition is the first faculty ... Read More

Slowing down in your old age? It may be a dementia warning sign

It's generally accepted we will lose muscle strength and slow down as we age, making it more difficult to perform simple tasks such as getting up, walking and sitting down. But new research indicates ... Read More

Insomnia Linked to Cognitive Decline, Cognitive Impairment

HealthDay News — Insomnia is associated with cognitive decline and risk for cognitive impairment (CI), according to a study published online Sept. 10 in Neurology. Read More

Understanding Cognitive Decline: How Your Brain Changes as You Age

Cognitive decline involves a gradual loss of thinking skills, including memory, reasoning, and attention. While some decline is normal with aging, significant changes could indicate a cognitive ... Read More

Sleepy during the day? It could be an early warning sign of dementia, study suggests

Feeling sleepy during the day could signal a more serious issue for some groups. A new study published in the journal Neurology revealed a possible connection between daytime sleepiness in older ... Read More

Heart failure could accelerate cognitive decline, study finds

A new study conducted by researchers from Michigan Medicine found a link between heart health and cognitive health. According to their findings, heart failure could accelerate the onset of cognitive ... Read More

Early Menopause Might Mean Greater Age-Related Brain Decline

WEDNESDAY, April 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Early menopause could be a warning sign for future age-related brain decline, a new study says. Women who entered menopause before 40 had a greater ... Read More