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New Alzheimer’s drug may reverse memory loss

Scientists at UCLA Health may have found a new way to bring back memory in people with Alzheimer’s disease. In a new study, they discovered...

low-cost AI blood test could revolutionize Alzheimer’s detection

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have created a new low-cost blood test that could help doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier. This means patients might...

Key brain protein may help clear toxic plaques and prevent Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, making daily life...

New study reveals hidden brain fuel that could treat Alzheimer’s

For decades, scientists believed that the brain’s nerve cells, or neurons, relied only on sugar for energy. But new research from the University of Queensland...

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows promise for obesity treatment

A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that a drug originally designed to treat brain and blood disorders could also help fight...

What is lecanemab, the newly approved Alzheimer’s drug? Can it really slow down dementia

Dementia is a condition that results in progressive memory or thinking problems. It's now the most common cause of death in Australia. There are many...

How gene mutations may drive dementia in Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is best known for its impact on movement—tremors, stiffness, and slowed motion. But many people living with the condition also experience cognitive problems...

Peanut butter sniff test may detect early Alzheimer’s

Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered a surprising and simple way to help detect Alzheimer’s disease—using a spoonful of peanut butter. This low-cost...

Even any amount alcohol may increase dementia risk, study shows

Many people believe that having a small amount of alcohol now and then might be good for the brain. But a large new study suggests...

Why caring for your heart could lower cancer and dementia risk

Taking care of your heart doesn’t just protect you from heart attacks and strokes—it helps your entire body stay healthier and stronger. A new study...