Alzheimer's disease

Scientists target brain’s ‘security gate’ to fight Alzheimer’s—and it’s working

A newly developed drug that helps protect the brain’s natural defenses is showing promise as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, according to a...

Fewer heart problems could mean fewer dementia cases, study finds

A new study suggests that a large number of dementia cases in the U.S. could be prevented by reducing certain health problems linked to...

Missing nutrient may play a key role in Alzheimer’s disease and brain health

Choline is an important nutrient that most people don’t think about—but it plays a major role in keeping our bodies and brains healthy. While...

Bacteria in the nose may trigger Alzheimer’s, study finds

Our nose does more than help us smell—it may also be a hidden gateway into the brain. A recent study from Griffith University has...

High stress levels in midlife linked to Alzheimer’s risk in women

New research from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) suggests that high levels of the stress...

Research finds key cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a heartbreaking condition that mostly affects older people, causing severe memory loss, confusion, and big changes in behavior. It is the...

Cleaning up the brain’s waste can treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other neurological diseases are often linked to what some researchers call a “dirty brain.” This term describes the brain’s struggle to...

Study shows a new cause of memory loss and Alzheimer’s

For many years, researchers have been trying to understand what causes Alzheimer’s disease and how it develops in the brain. A new study from Johns...

New blood test promises early detection of Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have made a major breakthrough in the early detection of Alzheimer's disease. They have developed...

New Alzheimer’s drug could slow down disease development

In 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved lecanemab, a new therapy for Alzheimer's disease. This approval brought hope to many patients and...