Alzheimer’s ‘breakthrough’ drugs face doubts after major review
For many years, Alzheimer’s disease has been one of the biggest challenges in medicine. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and daily life, affecting millions...
Why a common Alzheimer’s gene may quietly weaken bones in women
A new scientific discovery is changing how we think about the connection between different parts of the body.
Researchers from the Buck Institute for Research...
Why new Alzheimer’s drugs may not be the solution we expected
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people worldwide and is one of the most difficult conditions to treat. It slowly damages the brain, leading to...
Feeling lonely may hurt memory early, but not speed up cognitive decline, study finds
As people grow older, many begin to worry about memory loss and mental decline. Scientists have long tried to understand what factors might increase...
A simple blood test may detect Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms
A new study from Mass General Brigham suggests that a simple blood test could help detect the risk of Alzheimer’s disease much earlier than...
Smoking may increase dementia risk, study shows
Smoking has long been linked to serious health problems, including heart disease, lung disease, and cancer.
Over the years, scientists have also found that smoking...
Scientists discover new disease linked to early aging and brain problems
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown genetic disease that causes signs of early aging along with serious problems in brain function.
The study, led by...
Could Alzheimer’s disease start outside the brain?
Alzheimer’s disease is usually known as a brain condition. Most people think of memory loss, confusion, and changes in thinking as the main signs.
Doctors...
Can marijuana help reverse brain damage in Alzheimer’s Disease?
Scientists are exploring a new and unexpected approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease, and it involves a compound found in the cannabis plant. Early research...
Scientists find a new way to fight Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of memory loss and dementia in older adults. It slowly damages the brain, affecting memory,...