Alzheimer's disease

These brain cells could stop Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, slowly robbing millions of people around the world of their memory and independence. For decades, scientists...

Zero-cost, AI-driven test can detect Alzheimer’s much faster

A groundbreaking new study shows that artificial intelligence can help detect Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias early—without adding any extra work for doctors or...

Even a few thousand steps a day can reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s –...

A new study suggests that even low levels of physical activity could protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease – but not in the way...

A spoonful of peanut butter could help detect Alzheimer’s early

Scientists at the University of Florida have come up with an unusual but clever way to help detect Alzheimer’s disease — by using peanut...

Alzheimer’s drug shows surprising power to fight obesity without diet or exercise

A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has revealed something surprising: a drug first developed for Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, and sickle cell disease may...

Tiny llama proteins could treat Alzheimer’s disease

A new scientific discovery may change how doctors treat complex brain diseases like schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s. The secret comes from an unexpected source—camels, llamas, and...

This exercise is the best defense against Alzheimer’s

Even small increases in daily walking could make a big difference for brain health, according to new research from Mass General Brigham. Scientists found that...

Why people with Alzheimer’s disease forget loved ones

One of the most painful experiences for families of Alzheimer’s patients is when a loved one no longer recognizes them. New research from the University...

Even a little walking may slow Alzheimer’s in older people

A new study offers hope for people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease: walking more each day—even just a little—might help slow the disease’s progress. Researchers...

Study find shared cause of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease are the two most common brain disorders that slowly get worse over time. They affect millions of people around the world....