Subconscious changes in movement may predict Alzheimer’s disease
As people go about their daily activities, complex fluctuations in their movement occur without conscious thought.
These fluctuations—known as fractal motor activity regulation (FMAR)—and their...
Chronic stress linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
In a new review study from Curtin University, researchers found that chronic psychosocial stress—which involves a pathway called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis)—may contribute...
Scientists find a noninvasive treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study from the University of Queensland, researchers found that ultrasound can overcome some of the detrimental effects of aging and dementia...
Making healthy choices may reduce your Alzheimer’s risk
No effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease exists, even though more than 5 million Americans have it.
But what if there was a way to reduce...
Scientists find a new sign of Alzheimer’s disease in eyes
Over recent years, the retina has established its position as one of the most promising biomarkers for the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
In a new...
Common heartburn drugs may raise your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Millions of people around the world use proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for conditions like heartburn, gastritis, and stomach ulcers.
In a recent study published in...
Some high blood pressure meds may reduce memory decline in older people
In a new study from the University of California, Irvine, researchers found that older adults taking blood pressure-lowering medications known to cross the blood-brain...
Including more wine and cheese in diet may help reduce cognitive decline
In a new study from Iowa State University, researchers found the foods we eat may have a direct impact on our cognitive acuity in...
A new early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is progressive and may emerge in the brain 20 to 30 years before diagnosis.
It is therefore very important to pinpoint biomarkers—that is,...
Some people with depression may develop Alzheimer’s-related protein in brain
In a new study from The University of Texas, researchers found that middle-aged people with depressive symptoms who carry a genetic variation called apolipoprotein...