Researchers writing in the journal NeuroToxicology (March 2026) report that rosuvastatin affects the function of brain cells ...

Statins remain the cornerstone of heart disease prevention. Over 50 million Americans take a drug such as atorvastatin, ...

Memory formation involves complex processes within the brain. When you experience something, like placing your keys on a table, neurons in the brain activate in a specific pattern. The strength of ...

Memory loss often feels like something that arrives late in life. In reality, the story may begin much earlier, long before ...

Scientists have found markers of cognitive decline in a diet and gut microbiome-linked blood test that may help spot dementia ...

Understanding the difference between age-related memory lapses and signs of cognitive decline is essential for early ...

Our brains undergo changes as we age, and there’s nothing we can do about it. Certain parts of the brain shrink, including those important to learning and other complex mental activities.

We become forgetful as we age. This is often seen as a universal truth, but in fact it is far from universal: some people remain incredibly sharp at 100 years old, while others experience memory loss ...

Memory, focus, and mental sharpness are just as important as physical strength—especially for people committed to healthy living, fitness, and long-term wellbeing. Yet many Americans don’t realize ...

A paradigm-shifting study shows an experimental drug, GL-II-73, has the potential to restore memory and cognitive function in a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease. The study demonstrates that the drug ...

NEW YORK CITY and ORLANDO — The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) and the McKnight Brain Research Foundation (MBRF) are pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of The McKnight Brain ...

When someone experiences early-stage memory loss or other cognitive problems, it often leads to a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). In mild cognitive impairment, changes in memory or ...