Alzheimer's disease

Rotten egg gas may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease

Typically characterized as poisonous, corrosive, and smelling of rotten eggs, hydrogen sulfide's reputation may soon get a facelift. In a new study, researchers found that...

Common diabetes drug may slow down cognitive decline

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body can no longer produce enough insulin to meet its needs, leaving affected individuals unable to maintain blood...

This toxic stuff in the heart may prevent Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that a protein that wreaks havoc in the nerves and heart when it clumps together can prevent the...

This blood test can predict Alzheimer’s disease in symptom-free stage

In a new study, researchers found a blood test can predict the risk of Alzheimer's disease in people who were not having the disease...

UCSD study discovers a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have identified new mechanisms in neurons that cause Alzheimer's disease. In particular, they discovered that changes in the structure of...

New tests can detect very early signs in Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear

In two new studies, researchers have found new forms of tau protein that become abnormal in the very early stages of Alzheimer's disease before...

Scientists find a possible way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found it might be possible to reduce the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease by editing a key gene in...

Scientists find root cause of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new mechanism by which clumps of tau protein are created in the brain, killing brain cells...

Doing this may harm your memory and attention, Stanford study shows

The eyes may be the windows to the soul, but they can also provide insightful glimpses into memory. In a new study, researchers found they...

Scientists find a new method to prevent Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that stimulating humans' sense of smell may help prevent conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease. The research was conducted by...