Poor sleep may shrink brain regions tied to Alzheimer’s risk
A new study from Yale School of Medicine has found that people who spend less time in deep sleep and dream-related sleep may have...
A simple peanut butter smell test may help detect Alzheimer’s early
Researchers at the University of Florida have developed an easy, low-cost test using peanut butter that could help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease in its early...
Scientists find new cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common brain condition that leads to memory loss and confusion in older people. It is the leading cause of...
Why some people experience vision problems before memory loss in Alzheimer’s
Not all cases of Alzheimer’s disease begin with memory problems.
A rare form called posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) affects vision first, making it hard for...
Lower “bad” cholesterol linked to lower risk of dementia, study finds
Keeping your "bad" cholesterol levels low may help protect your brain as you age, according to a new study published in the Journal of...
One in five people with dementia receive no help, global study finds
A new international study led by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health has found that at least one in five people living...
Weight training can help protect aging brains from dementia, study finds
A new study from Brazil suggests that weight training can help protect the brain from dementia, especially in older adults already at risk.
Researchers at...
How virtual reality is helping detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier than ever
Most people think of virtual reality (VR) as a fun way to play games or explore fantasy worlds.
But scientists are now using VR for...
New drug may treat Alzheimer’s by reducing brain inflammation
A team of researchers from the University of Barcelona has developed a promising new drug that may help treat Alzheimer’s disease, the most common...
AI-powered MRI accurately distinguishes Parkinson’s from similar disorders
A team of researchers from the University of Florida has developed a powerful new tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and MRI scans to...