Why should I get a memory test? As we age, our brains undergo both anatomical and chemical changes. Shrinkage begins in our 30s and 40s, with the prefrontal cortex, cerebellum and hippocampus ...

A degree of forgetfulness is a common part of aging for many, but memory issues can affect people of any age. Acute memory loss, sometimes called amnesia, can be the result of an injury, sudden ...

At age 70, I’ve become more and more forgetful lately and am concerned it may be an early sign of dementia. Are there any memory screening tools or services that you can recommend to help me gage my ...

Three state legislatures have moved forward with dementia-related legislation that includes mandating biomarker testing coverage by insurance plans, creating new memory care licensure and creating a ...

For those approaching (or already enjoying) their golden years, this swim cap-like device dotted with electrodes might be a way to protect and revive long-term and working memory. Share on Facebook ...

AS we age, brain cells face increasing challenges from inflammation, oxidative stress, reduced blood flow, and the buildup of ...