Many older adults know that long-term use of certain medications can negatively affect cognition and increase one's risk of dementia. But a new study suggests that some classes of anticholinergic ...

(CNN) — Millions of Americans take medications known as proton pump inhibitors every day to treat heartburn and acid reflux, and in recent years, these drugs, also known as PPIs, have been linked to a ...

The study examined people who took a type of heartburn drug called proton pump inhibitors. Proton pump inhibitors are prescribed or sold over the counter under the brand names Some over-the-counter ...

In the past few months TikTok videos about the over-the-counter antihistamine Benadryl have gone viral because of research suggesting that long-term use of the popular drug is associated with an ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A new study found a link between certain types of acid reflux medications and dementia. Patients who took ...

In my last two articles, we reviewed basic memory strategies and memory aids, two ways to improve memory and daily activities. Managing medications, however, is so critical to the health of your loved ...

Share on Pinterest A new study found that certain diabetes medications could help lower the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. FG Trade/Getty Images A team of scientists in Korea recently ...

A widely prescribed drug for chronic pain may carry hidden risks for brain health, especially among younger adults. A new study conducted by American researchers using data from more than 26,000 ...

Benzodiazepine and antipsychotics — medications that are primarily used to treat symptoms like anxiety, agitation and delirium — may contribute to a higher risk of death among dementia patients in ...

For decades, dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease, was treated as untouchable. Families watched loved ones fade, doctors could offer only reassurance and coping strategies, and research seemed to ...