9 things may cause memory loss
Mild memory lapses in daily life are normal.
They may show that the brain is constantly prioritizing, sorting, storing, and retrieving all types of information.
However,...
When it comes to preventing Alzheimer’s, women and men are not created equal
Scientists from Florida Atlantic University found that when it comes to preventing Alzheimer's, women and men are quite different.
The research is published in the Journal...
A new way to diagnose early-stage Alzheimer’s disease from blood
Scientists from the Brain Chemistry Labs discovered a unique ratio of metabolites from blood samples of early-stage Alzheimer's patients.
This method promises to speed diagnosis, allowing earlier...
Things forgotten: simple lapse or serious problem?
Chances are you’ve walked into a room and forgotten why you went there. And misplaced your keys or eyeglasses at least a few times.
Many...
This study shows the root cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University found a new mechanism by which clumps of tau protein are created in the brain, killing brain cells and...
Living in a green area could boost your cognitive function
Cognitive function in middle age is a strong predictor of whether a person may develop dementia later in life.
Scientists from Boston University found that...
Japanese people can live longer without dementia, study finds
Scientists from the University of Tokyo and Stanford found that more Japanese people will live longer and that overall years spent living with dementia...
Alzheimer’s disease linked to daytime napping, study finds
Scientists from Rush University found there is a link between cognitive decline and excessive daytime napping.
The connection appears to occur in both directions: longer...
4 big false opinions about Alzheimer’s disease
There are no treatments available for people with Alzheimer’s disease
There has been significant progress toward developing better treatments for people with Alzheimer’s.
Several medications are...
4 big myths about Alzheimer’s disease you need to know
Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, and millions of Americans are affected by the disease.
It’s important to distinguish...