Alzheimer's Disease

The American population is getting older, but the percentage of U.S. seniors with dementia is actually declining, a new study found.

A new drug can remove the plaques that cause amyloid, though the study did not enroll enough people to determine if there was a cognitive benefit.

Legendary comedic actor Gene Wilder has died at age 83 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. But what exactly does it mean to die from Alzheimer's?

Taking calcium supplements may raise the risk of developing dementia in women who have previously had a stroke, or have early signs of other cerebrovascular disease.

Hall of Fame basketball coach Pat Summitt died today after a 5-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. But how does the disease kill?

An eye-scan technique may detect the early signs of Alzheimer's disease, before major symptoms appear, a new report says.

A journal article says herpes virus and Lyme disease bacteria are behind the mind-robbing illness, but not all researchers are convinced.