New brain scanners may help treat cognitive problems in Parkinson’s disease
Scientists found that ultra-powerful 7T MRI scanners could be used to help identify those patients with Parkinson's disease.
Could loss of smell in COVID-19 cause a ‘dementia wave’ in future?
In a study from the University of Chicago, scientists reviewed the effect of COVID-19 on the olfactory system.
The review introduced questions about whether loss...
A quick, easy scan can reveal your dementia risk
Late-life dementia is becoming increasingly common in people after 80 years of age.
It develops when brain cells are damaged from several diseases, some of...
Loss of motivation may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Why neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as apathy and irritability, appear in most Alzheimer's disease patients before the onset of memory loss.
New blood test could detect risks of cognitive impairment, dementia
Scientists found that low levels of ergothioneine (ET) in the blood may predict an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia.
Epilepsy drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
An anti-seizure drug used to treat epilepsy in children and adults could be repurposed as a potential therapeutic for Alzheimer's disease.
Tracking daily movement may help predict dementia
In a study from Johns Hopkins University, scientists found wearable movement-tracking devices may someday be useful in providing early warnings of cognitive decline among...
Reading for pleasure can boost memory in older people
Scientists found that reading may help preserve memory skills as people—and their brains—grow older.
Brains with more vitamin D have better cognitive function
An estimated 55 million people worldwide live with dementia, a number that's expected to rise as the global population ages.
To find treatments that can...
Scientists find new immune culprit in Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists found CSF's role in cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer's disease.