Alzheimer's disease

New drug could restore memory in Alzheimer’s

Researchers at UCLA Health have discovered a molecule that shows promise in restoring memory and cognitive function in mice with Alzheimer’s-like symptoms. This breakthrough could...

Inflammation in the brain can cause Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes memory loss, confusion, and other cognitive problems, leading to dementia. Scientists...

Too much sugar may cause Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine have made an important discovery that connects high sugar intake to Alzheimer’s disease, a type of...

Scientists find a surprising link between this eye disease and Alzheimer’s

Glaucoma is often called a “silent thief” because it quietly damages the eye without causing early symptoms. It harms the optic nerve, a crucial...

Boosting brain protein levels may slow Alzheimer’s progression

A new study published in the journal Brain reveals that increasing levels of a key brain protein might help slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's...

How the Parkinson’s drug levodopa can cause addiction-like complications

Researchers from Karolinska Institutet have discovered how a common Parkinson’s disease treatment, levodopa, can lead to serious psychiatric issues similar to drug addiction. This complication,...

Common blood pressure drugs may affect memory, study finds

A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has revealed that a widely used group of medications, known as anticholinergic drugs, might...

High blood pressure linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk, study finds

A new study suggests that people over 60 with untreated high blood pressure may have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The research, published...

Falling for financial scams may signal early Alzheimer’s, study finds

A new study suggests that older adults who are more vulnerable to financial scams may have early brain changes linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers from...

Study confirms a critical cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the leading causes of memory loss and confusion in older people worldwide. It is also the most common type...