New way to clear Alzheimer’s-causing proteins without harming brain function
A new study from USC Stem Cell researchers has uncovered a promising way to reduce toxic tau buildup in the brain—a key factor in Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of...
Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people
Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...
Penicillin use may help lower Parkinson’s risk, study finds
A surprising new study from Rutgers Health has found that people who took penicillin antibiotics multiple times had a slightly lower risk of developing...
Are common sleep drugs linked to dementia? New study urges caution
Insomnia—difficulty falling or staying asleep—is a common problem that affects millions of people.
To get a better night’s sleep, many turn to sleep medications, whether...
Study shows the real cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious condition that mostly affects older people. It causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in how a person thinks and...
Lowering blood pressure strongly reduces dementia risk, study confirms
Dementia is now the fifth leading cause of death worldwide, placing a heavy burden on families, healthcare systems, and economies.
As there are still no...
Early action on heart health could prevent dementia before 80
A new study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows that many cases of dementia before age 80 might be preventable.
The key...
Study reveals new cause of dementia
Dementia is a difficult condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and everyday tasks.
While scientists have studied it...
Smart pen detects Parkinson’s disease early with over 96% accuracy
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles have created a new kind of diagnostic tool that looks like a pen but does something...
New blood test shows Alzheimer’s severity, guiding personalized treatment
A groundbreaking study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Lund University in Sweden has introduced a new blood test that...