This common mental problem linked to faster development of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that anxiety is linked to an increased rate of progression from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer's disease.
The research...
Alzheimer’s disease may start much earlier than previously assumed, study shows
Alzheimer's disease develops over decades.
It begins with a fatal chain reaction in which masses of misfolded beta-amyloid proteins are produced that in the end...
Your eyes may hold clues in diagnosing, treating Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that certain regions in the retina—the lining found in the back of the eye—are more affected by Alzheimer's...
This type of drug may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Anticholinergic drugs are widely used for dozens of conditions, minor and major.
They are used for a broad array of conditions, from allergies and colds...
Scientists find a new way to detect Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms arise
In a new study, researchers developed procedures for defining the preclinical stages of Alzheimer's disease.
Since there are no current treatments to reverse the course...
This Greek olive oil may reduce cognitive impairment in older people
In a new study, researchers tested for the first time the effect of High Phenolic Early Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oil (HP-EH-EVOO) versus Moderate...
This Amazonian tea shows great potential in treatment of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
In a new study, researchers found that one of the main natural components of ayahuasca tea is dimethyltryptamine (DMT), which promotes neurogenesis —the formation...
Scientists make breakthrough discovery of Alzheimer’s treatment
In a new study, researchers have found new therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's disease (AD) by studying the patients' brains with a newly-developed methodology.
This novel...
These common high blood pressure drugs linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
In a recent study at the University of California, San Diego, researchers found a class of drugs used for many conditions, including high blood...
This unhealthy habit may cause Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and is the most common form of neurodegenerative dementia. It afflicts 5.8...