A New Cause of Brain Cell Death in Alzheimer’s and Frontotemporal Dementia
For decades, scientists studying Alzheimer's disease have seen the same troubling pattern.
Harmful proteins collect inside brain cells, memory gets worse, thinking becomes more difficult,...
Where Alzheimer’s Disease Hits Hardest in the U.S.
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest health challenges facing older adults around the world. It slowly damages the brain, causing memory loss, confusion,...
A Simple Blood Test May Spot Alzheimer’s Years Before Memory Loss Begins
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects millions of people around the world. It is a progressive brain disease, which...
Scientists Discover an Unexpected Blood Pressure Link to Alzheimer’s Disease
Many people think of Alzheimer's disease as a disorder that only affects the brain. The disease gradually damages memory, reasoning, and the ability to...
Could Sleeping with the TV On Increase Your Alzheimer’s Risk?
Most people know that sleep is important for health. A good night's sleep helps the body recover, supports the immune system, and allows the...
Why Low Blood Pressure Could Be an Overlooked Warning Sign for Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, a condition that slowly destroys memory, thinking abilities, and the capacity to perform everyday tasks.
As...
Why Two People with Similar Alzheimer’s Risk May Age Differently
Alzheimer's disease remains one of the world's greatest medical challenges. The disease gradually damages memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out everyday activities.
Despite...
Could an Eye Disease Be an Early Warning Sign of Alzheimer’s?
A new study from Taichung Veterans General Hospital in Taiwan has found that people with a particular type of eye disease may have a...
How Sleep and AQP4 Gene Variants May Shape Early Alzheimer’s Brain Change
Scientists have long known that getting enough sleep is important for brain health. Poor sleep has been linked to problems with memory, concentration, and...
Common Arthritis Supplement Linked to Faster Alzheimer’s Development
For many older adults, glucosamine is a familiar name. The supplement is widely advertised as a way to support joint health and ease pain...