Education could delay cognitive decline even in people with Alzheimer’s gene
Researchers from Mass General Brigham have published a study in Nature Communications that suggests educational attainment may play a significant role in delaying cognitive...
Scientists find overuse of mental drugs in people with Alzheimer’s and dementia
A new study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society raises concerns about the overprescription of antipsychotic drugs in patients with Alzheimer's...
Retina thickness linked to cognitive decline in older people
A new study shows that the thickness of a specific part of the eye might be a clue to how well the brain is...
Scientists find new causes of vascular dementia, Alzheimer’s disease
We often hear that Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia degrade the brain, but we haven't fully understood how.
Now, a team of scientists at Oregon...
Scientists find strong link between eye disease glaucoma and Alzheimer’s risk
We often hear about glaucoma, an eye condition that can lead to vision loss. But did you know there's a special kind of glaucoma...
Exercise-induced hormone may treat Alzheimer’s disease
In a promising development for Alzheimer's disease (AD) research, scientists from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have used a 3D human cell culture model to...
Scientists uncover key gene changes in Alzheimer’s disease
Understanding Alzheimer's Through a Key Gene
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery that could help us better understand Alzheimer's...
Poor metabolic health linked to higher risk of dementia, new study finds
What is Metabolic Syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
These...
Scientists find key genetic factors in Alzheimer’s disease
A pivotal study from Indiana University School of Medicine has added a new layer to our understanding of Alzheimer's disease, revealing a critical mutation...
Scientists find new connection between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study, published in Neurology, has highlighted a link between sleep apnea and brain volume in areas related to Alzheimer's disease.
This adds to...