Scientists confirm a primary cause of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common neurodegenerative disease affecting the elderly worldwide, as well as one of the most common causes of dementia.
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New test could detect Alzheimer’s disease 3.5 years ahead of clinical diagnosis
In a study from King's College London, scientists found a blood-based test that could be used to predict the risk of Alzheimer's disease up...
A viral illness may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In a study from the National Institutes of Health, scientists found a viral illness may increase a person's chances of later developing Alzheimer's disease.
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New sensor for early Alzheimer’s disease detection
Scientists are developing a new biosensor that can be used to screen for Alzheimer's disease and other diseases.
Six minutes of daily high-intensity exercise could help delay Alzheimer’s disease
In a study from the University of Otago, scientists found 6 minutes of high-intensity exercise could extend the lifespan of a healthy brain and...
Exercising with others may benefit older brains more
Scientists found cognitive benefits of regular exercise among older people. They also found even greater benefits when exercise is done with others.
‘Smart patch’ could help detect Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have developed a new "smart patch" that can detect biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases (such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's).
Picking your nose may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
The olfactory nerve in the nose is directly exposed to air and offers a short pathway to the brain, one which bypasses the blood-brain barrier.
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Major Alzheimer’s risk factors harm men more than women
In a study from the University of Alberta, scientists found that important risk factors in Alzheimer's disease affect men and women very differently.
They used...
Scientists develop new sensor to detect Alzheimer’s early
In a study from SFU Nanodevice Fabrication Group, scientists developed a new biosensor that can be used to screen for Alzheimer's disease and other...