#alzheimers-disease

#alzheimers-disease

The precuneus plays a crucial role in shaping identity and self-awareness.

Stimulating the precuneus may help mitigate early Alzheimer's memory loss.

Drugs like Kisunla may slow Alzheimer's, allowing some patients to maintain daily activities despite the disease.

A nationwide trial studying benfotiamine as a potential treatment for slowing Alzheimer's is currently enrolling patients in South Florida.

Lifestyle habits significantly impact brain health and can prevent cognitive decline as we age.

Increased physical activity between ages 45 and 65 reduces Alzheimer's disease risk by lowering beta-amyloid accumulation.

Early diagnosis of dementia improves quality of life and slows progression; breakthrough treatments provide new hope for patients.

A nutrient-rich diet supports heart, vascular, and brain health by improving blood circulation and reducing cognitive decline risks.

Adopting brain-healthy foods daily can slow neurodegeneration and decrease the probability of Alzheimer's disease.

Dementia incidence is expected to double by 2060, with significant risk for individuals over age 55.

British scientists used living human brain tissue to mimic early Alzheimer's stages, aiding potential cures.

Beth Stevens' research on microglial cells revolutionizes understanding of Alzheimer's disease, paving the way for new treatments and early detection.

Dark microglia are implicated in accelerating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's by producing toxic lipids that harm neurons.

Scientists mimic Alzheimer's disease using living brain tissue, advancing the pursuit for treatments.

Menstrual blood offers a promising new source of stem cells for Alzheimer's research.

Boosting the brain's waste removal system improves memory in older mice, offering potential therapies for cognitive decline.

Older Americans are eager for early Alzheimer's detection and treatment options.

Detection of Alzheimer's may be more effective through auditory analysis rather than eye movement, using an innovative device to track eardrum vibrations.

Alzheimer's disease requires comprehensive care due to cognitive decline, but antipsychotic medications pose significant risks, emphasizing the need for safe management strategies.

Dementia fears prevalent among Americans due to personal and familial experiences.

Dementia includes Alzheimer's and other cognitive disorders, with projected increases alarming the public.

A significant rise in dementia diagnoses is expected, potentially reaching one million new cases yearly by 2060.

New research reveals the duplicate X chromosome in women may heighten Alzheimer's disease risk.

Study highlights the importance of the previously overlooked X chromosome in Alzheimer's research.

Viral infections like shingles may significantly worsen dementia symptoms, prompting new research directions in Alzheimer's disease.

A woman with a known Alzheimer's mutation exhibited unusual resistance to the disease, challenging existing theories about its progression.

Alzheimer's disease disproportionately affects women, with distinct research gaps that are now being addressed.

Abnormal Core 1 biomarkers can diagnose Alzheimer's Disease, including amyloid PET and phosphorylated tau 217.

A new blood test can better indicate if Alzheimer's is affecting cognitive function, beyond just detecting amyloid plaques.

A new smell test may help identify Alzheimer's disease risk through olfactory dysfunction in early stages.

Taxi and ambulance drivers are less likely to die from Alzheimer's due to required navigation skills, despite lower life expectancy.

Exercise plays a crucial role in maintaining cognitive health and preventing cognitive decline as one ages.

Women born in sexist U.S. states experience faster memory decline, with a significant 9-year difference compared to those from less sexist states.