A new study has found that the loss of smell could be an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease, and the timing of diagnosis could help at-risk patients receive more effective treatment. The ...

We rarely think about it, but the sense of smell gives us a remarkable power. Without moving or even opening our eyes, it allows us to detect danger, trigger memories, and enjoy the aroma of food.

Adults in their 70s who scored poorly on a sniff test had a higher risk of later heart attack, a new study showed. A new study suggests that a declining sense of smell may also signal a higher risk of ...