Dementia

Kathleen “Kitty” Kinkel, 77, was found dead in a field near the back of the facility six hours after she left the building on Jan. 31.

Cousins Jodie Finney and Alicia Christopher each have a parent dealing with dementia. They want to equip caregivers for their work.

Three out of four leading Alzheimer's blood tests were less accurate in Black patients, putting them at risk of receiving the wrong medical treatment.

Washington University recently received millions of dollars in grant money that researchers hope will turn the tide on Alzheimer’s research.

A recent study by Washington University researchers untangles the complicated relationship among sleep, Alzheimer’s and cognitive function.

Dementia cases are projected to explode in coming decades, but new research shows lifestyle changes can reduce cases by 40%.

Advocates say the case puts a spotlight on how ill-prepared police are when encountering someone with a mental disability.

It’s not just parents of young children trying to balance caregiving with other responsibilities during this pandemic. People whose loved ones suffer from…

BELLEVILLE — Metro East residents will have more options for affordable dementia care. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services announced…

Thursday was the summer solstice, and the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association marked the occasion with a 24-hour fundraising blitz.The…