Study finds an important cause of Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania has uncovered new insights into the development of Alzheimer’s Disease, suggesting that it is driven by...
Scientists find important causes of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, causing symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination.
Understanding what causes...
Scientists find new drug that restores memory in Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study published in The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers at UCLA Health have identified and synthesized a molecule that...
Common high blood pressure drugs linked to cognitive decline, study finds
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has uncovered a concerning link between a certain class of medications and cognitive decline.
These...
UCSD scientists find a very early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory and thinking skills and eventually...
Your heart rhythm can predict cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s
Researchers have found that certain factors, including age, sex, and heart health, can predict how much a person with Alzheimer's disease will experience cognitive...
Untreated high blood pressure linked to higher risk of Alzheimer’s
New research suggests that people aged 60 and older with untreated high blood pressure may have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared...
Is it OK to lie to someone with dementia
There was disagreement on social media recently after a story was published about an aged care provider creating “fake-away” burgers that mimicked those from...
Can pollution cause Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to control movement. It is marked by the damage or loss of...
Shingles may increase risk of cognitive decline, shows study
A new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital suggests that having shingles may increase the risk of cognitive decline later in life.
The research, published...