Mahjong surges in popularity, offering players a mental workout
The generations-old game is having a major comeback, with players putting their memory, strategy, and focus to the test. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
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The generations-old game is having a major comeback, with players putting their memory, strategy, and focus to the test. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Can old dogs teach us new tricks for how to live longer, healthier lives? A nationwide project searches for answers.
New research finds people who consumed a moderate amount of coffee or tea with caffeine showed signs that it could lower a risk of dementia, though experts don't suggest any behavior changes.
Researchers at the University of Waterloo found that in at least five regions of the world, people with dementia are living longer.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports a team at UCLA found that those who maintain curiosity throughout their old age may be at lower risk of dementia.
Canadian researchers looked at 6 million individuals 45 years or older with no history of dementia and found that those with cannabis use severe enough to require treatment in an ER or hospital may be at increased risk of being diagnosed with dementia.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question on whether the shingles vaccine can lower the risk of dementia in patients.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
As Dr. Mallika Marshall reports, dementia and depression often go hand-in-hand in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Now, an experimental home-based electrical therapy may be able help.
A new study by a team in Canada found that people with more menopausal symptoms, like hot flashes, night sweats, disordered sleep, and mood swings may be more likely to experience cognitive and mild behavioral impairments that could indicate a higher risk of dementia.
Researchers at Mass General Brigham found those who ate the most processed red meat, like hot dogs and bacons, had a 13% higher risk of dementia.
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston have found that a common, painful rash could be linked to symptoms of dementia.
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston have found that a common, painful rash could be linked to symptoms of dementia.
Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
A Canadian expert on artificial intelligence says that to nurture our minds and reduce the risk of dementia, we should focus on real intelligence rather than artificial intelligence.
One expert is encouraging people to put down their devices and take a nap to prevent dementia. WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Caring for someone with dementia can be incredibly stressful and a new study finds that stress can cause damage on a cellular level, which can lead to mental and physical health problems.
WBZ's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Researchers are developing a new experimental nasal spray that may help treat patients with dementia.
Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
A new study finds that early menopause plus a higher risk for heart disease may put women at higher risk of having dementia later in life.
A new study finds that early menopause plus a higher risk for heart disease may put women at higher risk of having dementia later in life. Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Researchers in the U.K. found that people who played an instrument had a stronger working memory and executive function.
Researchers in the U.K. found that people who played an instrument had a stronger working memory and executive function.
