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Scanning electron micrograph of mouse nerve cells affected by misfolded amyloid and beta proteins, believed to cause Alzheimer’s disease. Linnea Lundgren/Linear Imaging/Science Photo Library Research is…
In a groundbreaking study, Dr. Martin David Mulligan from the University of Galway and his team investigated the long-term effects of vitamin D levels on brain…
The glymphatic system facilitates the removal of brain waste products. Klaus Renau/Science Photo Library Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking drug that enhances the brain’s waste disposal…
Unforeseen vaccine side effects: Staying sharp is a bonus! Joseph Polc / Alamy Recent studies indicate that chronic inflammation in various body areas could contribute to…
Amyloid plaques in the brain are a defining feature of Alzheimer’s disease, but what if the roots of the condition start elsewhere in the body? Alamy…
Examining Resilience to Alzheimer’s Disease: Why Some Individuals Remain Symptom-Free Associated Press/Alamy Recent studies reveal that some individuals exhibit brain changes tied to Alzheimer’s disease yet…
Alzheimer’s disease presents significant challenges, transforming a cherished family member into someone who often fails to recognize their true self. Many individuals ponder the reasons behind…
Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) has long been deemed irreversible. However, a groundbreaking study by scientists from Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals, and the Louis Stokes Cleveland…
Gentle exercises, like walking, can enhance brain health Gordon Scammell/Loop Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Older adults, particularly those at greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease,…
A decrease in estrogen during menopause may affect cognitive function Elena Popova/Getty Images Commencing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) within five years of the onset of postmenopause…
A recent proof-of-concept study conducted by researchers at Lund University reveals that a brief self-management digital cognitive assessment called BioCog effectively detects cognitive impairments. When used…
Recent studies indicate that the link between different lipids and Alzheimer’s disease is particularly significant for women, often absent in men. wretlind et al. The research…
Illustration of neurons affected by Alzheimer’s disease Science Photo Library / Alamy Stock Photo Research indicates that administering lithium to mice with low brain levels reverses…
As treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease remain limited, researchers are exploring the repurposing of cancer medications to address cognitive decline. The incidence of Alzheimer’s is on…
Neuroscientist David Levitin explores how music can help us heal in new book Natalie Foss Most of us already know that music can have a profound…
Alzheimer’s disease is, understandably, one of the most feared diseases of old age. It robs people of their memories, places a tremendous strain on caregivers, and…
I’ll be 60 in just over 5 years, which is a big deal. I already have an age-related disease (high blood pressure), and the odds are…
SummaryA neuroscientist who helped develop a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease has been indicted on fraud charges. The charges relate to allegations that the scientists fabricated…
Research on families with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease has revealed a genetic abnormality that can delay early symptoms by five years. This finding paves the way for…
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disease that impairs brain functions such as memory and reasoning, and there is currently no known cure. People with this disease…
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide. This disease affects the parts of the brain that control memory, thinking,…
Some cancer treatments can cause so-called chemobrain, commonly defined as problems with memory and concentration.One Bar/Alamy An experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that involves flickering lights…
Cross-section of a mouse brain highlighting neurons that appear to release molecules that increase toxin clearanceTsai Laboratory/MIT Picower Laboratory A new explanation has emerged for why…
Russell Kightley/Science Photo Library It looked like a classic case of Alzheimer's disease. The man, in his 70s, had been experiencing severe cognitive decline for three…
Researchers have discovered a unique case in a Colombian family where a woman with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease remained cognitively healthy due to a…
Stanford Medicine and international collaborators have discovered that around 20% of individuals carry genetic mutations that reduce their risk of Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease by…
A groundbreaking study proves that Alzheimer’s disease symptoms can be induced in healthy animals through gut microbiome transmission, highlighting the gut-brain connection and suggesting early treatment…