BCG vaccine might ward off Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia, affects millions worldwide, leaving families heartbroken and researchers in a persistent hunt for a cure.
A surprising candidate, the...
Several vaccines may lower the risk of Alzheimer’s, study shows
Researchers from UTHealth Houston have found that previous vaccinations against tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap/Td), herpes zoster (shingles), and pneumococcus may be linked to a...
Mild cognitive impairment linked to worse decision-making in daily life
As we age, our cognitive abilities can change.
A condition called Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) serves as a warning sign for potential further decline, such...
New treatment for Alzheimer’s disease shows promise
For those facing the harrowing specter of Alzheimer's and related cognitive decline, there's renewed hope.
Dr. Heather Sandison, a notable expert in the field, has...
Higher antioxidant levels might reduce dementia risk, study finds
A recent study in the Neurology journal by the American Academy of Neurology has suggested a potential link between higher antioxidant levels in the...
Colorful diets may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
A recent study has shed light on the importance of certain dietary elements in relation to Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's, a progressively worsening brain condition, affects...
Tau Imaging may help develop new Alzheimer’s treatment
Alzheimer's disease is a medical condition where people slowly lose their memory and independence. One of its main causes is harmful proteins building up...
Stem cells can be a new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease
In the relentless search for an effective cure for Alzheimer's disease, a new study from the University of California San Diego has highlighted the...
Gene linked to heart disease and Alzheimer’s may benefit fertility
The APOE-ε4 allele, known for increasing the risk of Alzheimer's and cardiovascular diseases, surprisingly exists in about 20% of humans.
Researchers embarked on a mission...
Blood vessel changes are linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Alzheimer's Disease has long been associated with the brain, primarily focusing on the build-up of a protein known as Amyloid-beta (Aβ).
This accumulation forms plaques...