Alzheimer's disease

What are early symptoms of Alzheimer’s in younger adults?

Alzheimer’s disease is usually associated with older adults, but in rare cases, it can affect people under 65. This is known as early-onset Alzheimer’s. Spotting...

Does high blood pressure increase your risk of Alzheimer’s?

High blood pressure doesn’t just affect your heart—it may also impact your brain. Recent research suggests a strong link between high blood pressure (especially in...

Can a high-fat, low-carb diet protect your brain from Alzheimer’s?

Some foods may do more than just keep us full—they might also help protect our brain. A new study from the University of Missouri suggests...

Why APOE4 gene variant means higher Alzheimer’s risk

Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most feared illnesses of our time, impacting more than six million people in the United States alone. With no...

Why the APOE4 gene is the most dangerous Alzheimer’s risk factor

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared conditions of aging. It robs people of their memory, independence, and ability to think clearly. Despite decades...

Brain injuries may cause dementia in older people

A new study has found that older adults who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) are more likely to develop dementia, need home care,...

New Alzheimer’s drug may reverse memory loss

Scientists at UCLA Health may have found a new way to bring back memory in people with Alzheimer’s disease. In a new study, they discovered...

low-cost AI blood test could revolutionize Alzheimer’s detection

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have created a new low-cost blood test that could help doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier. This means patients might...

Key brain protein may help clear toxic plaques and prevent Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, making daily life...

New study reveals hidden brain fuel that could treat Alzheimer’s

For decades, scientists believed that the brain’s nerve cells, or neurons, relied only on sugar for energy. But new research from the University of Queensland...