Herpesvirus Immune Response May Speed Alzheimer’s Disease

Scientists have long wondered whether common viral infections might influence the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life. Alzheimer's is the most common form...

Could a Common Road Chemical Quietly Increase Alzheimer’s Risk?

Scientists are paying increasing attention to pollution that comes from vehicle tires. Unlike exhaust emissions, tiny particles released as tires wear down receive much less...

A New Blood Test May Predict Alzheimer’s Risk Much Earlier

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, affecting millions of older adults worldwide. The disease slowly damages brain cells, causing memory loss, confusion,...

A New Alzheimer’s Drug Takes Aim at Tau—and It Could Change the Future of...

Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia and affects millions of people around the world. The disease slowly damages brain cells, causing memory loss,...

Can Your Personality Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects millions of older adults around the world. It is a progressive brain disease that...

Scientists Discover a New Way to Protect Brain Cells in Parkinson’s Disease

For decades, Parkinson's disease treatment has focused mainly on replacing dopamine or easing movement problems. While these medicines improve daily life, they cannot prevent the...

Study Questions Whether Fish Oil Can Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Many people take fish oil capsules because they have heard that omega-3 fatty acids are good for the brain. Since Alzheimer's disease has no cure,...

Why Are Men More Likely to Develop Parkinson’s Disease?

Researchers have discovered new genetic differences inside brain cells that may help explain why Parkinson’s disease is more common in men than in women. The...

Why Simply Knowing About Dementia Risk Is Not Enough, According to Scientists

Why Simply Knowing About Dementia Risk Is Not Enough, According to Scientists Many people believe there is little they can do to avoid dementia. However,...

Scientists Uncover How to Slow Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia

Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia are two serious brain disorders that affect millions of people around the world. Parkinson’s disease is best known for...