Blood thinners do not prevent stroke or memory problems in these people
A new study has found that prescribing blood thinners to adults under 65 with atrial fibrillation (AFib) but no other health risks does not...
Scientists discover a brain “energy switch” that could treat Alzheimer’s
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have made an important discovery that could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. They found a...
A new drug shows promise for treating Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have discovered a potential new drug that could help people with Alzheimer's disease by improving memory and repairing brain damage. The drug, called...
Eating these two diets may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease
A new study from RUSH University in Chicago suggests that eating green leafy vegetables and other healthy foods may help reduce signs of Alzheimer’s...
Sleep drugs linked to increased dementia risk
A recent study suggests that sleep medications may increase the risk of dementia in white individuals.
However, the type and quantity of medication may influence...
Vulnerability to financial scams in aging adults could be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s...
A brain region affected very early in Alzheimer’s disease may explain why some aging people are at greater risk of financial exploitation. That is...
This daily nutrient plays a vital role in Alzheimer’s prevention
Choline is a vital nutrient that plays an important role in keeping the body and brain healthy. The liver produces only a small amount...
A simple peanut butter test may help detect Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered a simple, non-invasive test using peanut butter that could help detect Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in its...
Popular diabetes drug may lower dementia risk in older adults
A recent study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that a type of diabetes medication called GLP-1 agonists could reduce the risk of dementia in people...
New imaging method could detect Alzheimer’s disease effectively
Scientists have developed two new imaging agents that work better than the only currently approved one for detecting tau tangles in the brain.
Tau tangles...