Study examines possible cause of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. A substance called beta-amyloid is the cause and early treatment to prevent the decline of amyloid may be the key to helping those with dementia.

Alzheimer’s disease, head trauma, and chronic alcohol and drug use are among the causes.

Learn about the causes of Alzheimer's and get tips to help lower your risk.

The FDA approved the drug lecanemab in 2023. Learn where treatment stands for this progressive disease.

You can’t completely control your risk of cognitive decline, but adopting healthy habits and stimulating your brain may help lower the odds.

People younger than age 65 can develop Alzheimer's disease—and symptoms are often overlooked.