Short-term memory can hold information for about 20 to 30 seconds, or even less. People can usually store between five and nine items in short-term memory, but recent research suggests about four ...

In this edition of The People’s Pharmacy, Joe and Teresa Graedon also hear from a reader with a question about how best to use Astepro to prevent COVID-19.

New research reveals memory loss with age follows a curved pattern, linked to widespread brain shrinkage rather than a single ...

Memory can wither with age. Forgetfulness can be unnerving, but there are ways you can support your mind during memory loss — or support a loved one going through it. While not all lost memories can ...

Memory loss is one of the most unsettling experiences a person can face. While it’s often linked to conditions such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, even minor lapses can feel alarming. Forgetting ...

Ashley Wong, PharmD, is an experienced pharmacist and medical writer who translates medical and drug information into easily digestible language. Effect on memory: Benzodiazepines are known to affect ...