Geriatrics News

Midlife vascular risk factors were connected to a greater likelihood of dementia among blacks and whites, according to research recently published in JAMA Neurology.

Dementia care delivered at home by trained nurses improved caregiver burden and behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia among individuals living at home, according to recent findings.

The annual Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, touted as the largest forum for dementia research, recently wrapped up in London.

Subcutaneous ketamine was safe and effective for older adults with treatment-resistant depression, according to preliminary findings.

A person’s place of birth influences their risk for dementia and also may also be a significant contributor to racial disparities according to research recently published in JAMA Neurology.

Researchers from Wake Forest University received a $1.5 million grant from the NIH to conduct a 3-year clinical trial on the effect of improvisational dance for dementia.

Even before an official diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, patients had significantly higher — and increasing — rates of comorbidities linked to the disease, according to a recent presentation at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.

Axsome Theraputics recently announced the initiation of a phase 2/3 trial assessing efficacy and safety of AXS-05, a combination of dextromethorphan and bupropion, for agitation in Alzheimer’s disease.

A report from the Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care identifies key issues that physicians should be aware of to improve treatment and prevention of the disease.

Data presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference indicated efficacy of a digital version of the Self-Administered Gerocognitive Examination, a brief cognitive assessment for mild cognitive impairment and early dementia.