Alzheimer's disease

Non-invasive blood test can predict Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms occur

Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have made substantial progress in the early detection of Alzheimer’s, developing a simple, affordable, and non-invasive blood...

Scientists find how toxic protein accumulation in Alzheimer’s disease

When we think of diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, we often imagine a loss of memory and motor skills, impacting millions of people and...

Research shows new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease, a formidable foe to cognitive health, has eluded effective treatments for years. Stanford Medicine researchers, breaking new ground, are exploring the potential of...

Short telomeres could signal higher dementia risk, study finds

What are Telomeres and Why Do They Matter? Think of telomeres as the plastic tips at the end of your shoelaces; they keep the lace...

New webcam tool helps Parkinson’s patients check symptoms at home

Imagine being able to check how well you're managing your Parkinson's symptoms without having to go to the doctor's office. Researchers at the University of...

Alzheimer’s disease blood tests: here’s what they look for, and what they can tell...

Despite affecting 55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer’s disease still has no cure. But recent advancements in the field have seen a number of promising...

New blood test could predict Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms appear

Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have developed an innovative blood test using nanotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI) that may predict the onset...

Finger tapping tests can help detect Alzheimer’s disease early

Neuropsychologists Vincent Koppelmans and Marit Ruitenberg have conducted pioneering research into using the rhythm of finger tapping as a possible biomarker for Alzheimer's Disease. Their...

Weight changes after Parkinson’s diagnosis linked to cognitive decline, study finds

A study led by Dr. Jin-Sun Jun of Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital in Seoul, Republic of Korea, suggests that individuals who experience weight changes...

Scientists find new brain clues on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Scientists used to think that some special ring-shaped bits of genetic code in our brain cells were just "junk." But a team at Brigham and...