Clogged brain drains may predict Alzheimer’s before symptoms start
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore have discovered that clogged “drains” in the brain may be an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s...
Three old drugs could help prevent or treat Alzheimer’s
A new study from the University of Exeter has found that three existing medications could be repurposed to help treat or even prevent Alzheimer’s...
This stuff in brain may increase risk of cognitive decline, dementia
A new study published in The Lancet Neurology shows that people who currently have no signs of memory problems may still face a higher...
Brain blood flow and energy use could reveal dementia years before symptoms
Scientists at the Indiana University School of Medicine have made an important breakthrough in predicting dementia long before memory loss begins.
Their new diagnostic method...
Simple midlife blood test may predict Alzheimer’s risk decades early
A new study suggests that a simple blood test in midlife may one day help identify who is at higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s...
Simple ultrasound treatment could help the brain clean itself as we age
The brain has its own built-in cleaning system. Instead of soap and water, it uses cerebrospinal fluid—a clear liquid that flows around the brain...
Scientists successfully shut down Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious condition that affects the brain, mostly in older people. It causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior.
One of...
Nose bacteria may trigger Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Our nose does far more than help us smell flowers, food, or fresh air. It may also act as a hidden doorway into the...
Study finds big shared cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have learned a lot about mental health conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
They have discovered many genetic changes and...
Can lower income increase your dementia risk?
A new study has found that people with lower incomes and those from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups are more likely to have...