New research expands range of potential Alzheimer’s drugs
In a surprising turn of events, researchers have found a connection between Alzheimer's disease and insulin receptors in the brain.
This new discovery reveals that...
Flexing muscles against Alzheimer’s: the power of resistance training
We all know that exercising is good for our bodies. But did you know it can also help our brains? Scientists in Brazil have...
Parkinson’s puzzle: scientists identify most vulnerable brain cells
Parkinson's disease, a condition that causes tremors, balance problems, and speech difficulties, has long mystified scientists.
However, a recent study by a group of U.S....
Memory and aging: what’s normal and what’s not
As we get older, it's normal to forget little things. Dates, events, and old details might slip our minds.
But when should we worry? When...
Gut bacteria: the unseen actors in dementia with Lewy bodies
Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is one of the most common types of dementia. Sadly, there is no cure yet.
But there's a new player...
Chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis alone does not cause cognitive impairment
Chronic knee pain resulting from osteoarthritis does not lead to cognitive impairment in isolation, according to new research from the University of Nottingham.
The findings...
Early hallucinations in Parkinson’s disease could mean rapid cognitive decline
Parkinson's disease is a condition that affects a lot of people worldwide. It mainly leads to physical problems, like shaking and trouble moving.
But did...
Intermittent fasting could help protect the brain from age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s
As the world population has grown older, Alzheimer’s disease has become increasingly common. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia.
Dementia is a...
Weight changes in early Parkinson’s may signal thinking skill shifts
Imagine you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a condition that affects both body and brain.
The blood pressure numbers and your brain health
Have you ever had a band wrapped around your arm at the doctor's office? The doctor would squeeze it a little and then share...