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Exercise can boost brain insulin function, preventing dementia

Scientists at Rutgers University-New Brunswick have discovered that exercise can activate special cells in the brain that help the body respond to insulin. This discovery...

Hidden body fat signals Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms appear

New research suggests that a specific type of body fat, called visceral fat, may play a key role in the early buildup of harmful proteins...

Where is Alzheimer’s most common in the United States

A new study has revealed where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the United States. Researchers found that the highest rates of this memory-loss condition...

Cholesterol may play a key role in Parkinson’s disease

Scientists in China have discovered a cholesterol-related compound that may contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease. This compound, called 24-OHC, appears to help spread...

Social activity may help delay dementia for 5 years

Staying socially active, like visiting friends, attending parties, or going to church, may help keep the brain healthy as people age. Research from Rush University...

Why many older adults skip Alzheimer’s screening

Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are becoming more common, and early detection can help people get treatment sooner. However, many older adults in...

Reducing brain inflammation could treat Alzheimer’s

Scientists from DZNE, University Hospital Bonn, and the University of Bonn have found new evidence that reducing brain inflammation could help treat Alzheimer’s disease. Their...

A new way to help people with dementia live better at home

A new study from Queen Mary University of London and UCL has found that a special program, called NIDUS-Family, not only helps people with...

How metabolic syndrome may influence Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of modern medicine’s biggest challenges, affecting millions worldwide. As a progressive brain disorder, it leads to memory loss and...

Scientists discover a new way to protect brain cells from Alzheimer’s

A team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine at USC has discovered a key process inside brain cells that may play a...