New drug approvals and a federal dementia care pilot program among the year's significant developments, according to the nonprofit.

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Frigid temperatures and unprecedented snowfall in various parts of the U.S. can pave the way for heightened dangers this season.

A new study found that roughly 4 in 10 people over the age of 55 are likely to develop dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association says it’s one of the most expensive medical conditions.

Alzheimer’s Association will be hosting a series of classes in Lawton but since their last announcement of classes, they have released an update on their class schedule.

People who care for patients with Alzheimer's or other dementia must be alert when winter weather turns dangerous, advises the Nebraska Alzheimer's Association.

Vaccines, antibiotics, antiviral medications and anti-inflammatory drugs are all associated with a reduced risk of dementia, researchers reported in a study published Jan. 21 in the journal Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions.

A new study clams dementia cases will double by 2060. Here’s what experts believe could be driving the rise in dementia rates and what you can do to help prevent it.

Broad classes of drugs, including antibiotics, antivirals, vaccines, anti-inflammatories and antihypertensives, were associated with a lower risk for dementia in a large analysis.

Some antibiotics, antivirals, vaccinations and anti-inflammatory medications are linked to a reduced risk of dementia, a  study shows. The report was published Tuesday in Alzheimer’s & Dementia.

A. There is definitely an association between hearing loss and dementia. People should be evaluated for hearing loss. And if they do and hearing aids are recommended, they should be treated. There is some evidence this is beneficial and might prevent cognitive decline, especially in patients who are already at high risk for having other disorders.

New research suggests that the risk for developing dementia is significantly higher than previously estimated, and the burden on the United States population will grow substantially over the next few decades.