September 21, 2025 2:00 PM
Link between vascular disease, dementia risk overlooked: study
Vascular dementia, a form of cognitive decline caused by disease in the brain’s small blood vessels, remains under-researched compared to Alzheimer’s disease, despite its widespread impact, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of New Mexico have developed a model to better characterise and categorise different forms of vascular dementia, aiming to deepen understanding and pave the way for effective treatments. While conditions such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, and d...