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,...
Meditation can change your brain within minutes, study finds
Just a few minutes of meditation may be enough to start changing your brain. A new study suggests that the effects of meditation begin...
Study finds new treatment for Parkinson’s and other brain diseases
Scientists from NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Denver have made an important discovery that could change how serious brain diseases are treated...