Some diabetes drug may help treat dementia, study finds
People with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing dementia, a condition that affects memory and cognitive function.
A recent study, however, offers some...
Eye scans could help spot early memory problems and improve Alzheimer’s detection
Duke Health researchers have developed a computer program that can spot the early signs of mild memory problems by analyzing images of the eye.
These...
ALS and dementia show origins before birth, study finds
Researchers are finding clues about why some people get serious brain-related diseases like ALS and a form of dementia called FTD later in life.
Surprisingly,...
Alzheimer’s might not be primarily a brain disease. A new theory suggests it’s an...
The pursuit of a cure for Alzheimer’s disease is becoming an increasingly competitive and contentious quest with recent years witnessing several important controversies.
In July...
How lifestyle changes could help prevent up to 40% of dementia cases
A 65-year-old woman repeatedly seeks medical help for her failing memory. She is first told it’s nothing to worry about, then, a year later,...
Time-restricted feeding may help treat Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that time-restricted feeding can correct the circadian...
Brain activity patterns can help detect dementia, study finds
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba in Japan have published groundbreaking findings that could pave the way for early diagnosis and differentiation of neurodegenerative...
Scientists make new breakthrough in Parkinson’s disease treatment
A groundbreaking study led by Yulan Xiong, an assistant professor of neuroscience at UConn Health, has identified a potential treatment for Parkinson's disease.
Most familial...
Gluten may harm your brain health, study shows
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the University of Otago found that wheat gluten can cause inflammation in the brains of mice.
Led by Associate...
Higher doses of drug semaglutide show better results for type 2 diabetes
A new study reveals that higher doses of semaglutide, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, are more effective in controlling blood sugar...