News — alzheimers

Recent studies are showing correlations between oral health and overall health, with periodontal disease increasingly linked to a wide range of health disorders. New research illustrates the link between periodontal disease and Alzheimer's disease that could not only show us new ways to help prevent the neurodegenerative disorder, but could also provide therapeutic targets for developing future treatments for Alzheimer's patients.

In recent years, it feels like we've been hearing time and again that there are health benefits to taking our sleep seriously. New research suggests that one of these benefits could be a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.