Alzheimer's disease

Omega-3 may not effectively prevent Alzheimer’s disease, USC study shows

For years, a scientific puzzle has bedeviled researchers aiming to fight Alzheimer's disease, a common and incurable form of dementia. The results of numerous lab...

Scientists find new way to treat Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new class of proteins that protect synapses from being destroyed. Synapses are the structures where electrical impulses...

This gene could protect against Alzheimer’s disease, new study shows

In a new study, researchers found a gene can naturally suppress the signs of Alzheimer's Disease in human brain cells. They also developed a new...

This stuff in the gut may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that misfolded protein build-up in the gut may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's-like symptoms. This could suggest a...

This common asthma drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that the common asthma drug salbutamol may offer potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease. The research was conducted...

Blood sugar levels linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study shows

A recent study at the National Institute on Aging discovered proteins and biological processes that could help develop new treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. It showed...

Scientists find how to delay memory loss in older people

A recent study at King’s College London found that small lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise could influence brain aging through certain molecular pathways. This means...

Scientists find the key to preventing Alzheimer’s

In a new study, researchers have found a diet rich in nutrients and antioxidants may prevent or even reverse the effects of Alzheimer's disease. They...

This common health problem linked to higher dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that obesity is linked to a higher risk of dementia up to 15 years later. They found that people...

Blood vessel problems in eyes may foretell Alzheimer’s

In a new study, researchers found that Alzheimer's disease in its early stages affects the integrity of small blood vessels in the retinas of...