New brain map reveals how genes influence Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have known for a while that Alzheimer’s disease affects some areas of the brain more than others. One key player in this damage...
This cough medicine may slow dementia in Parkinson’s patients
Dementia remains one of the biggest challenges in healthcare, with no widely available treatments to slow its progression.
But a recent study led by researchers...
Type 2 diabetes may rewire the brain like early Alzheimer’s
New research suggests that Type 2 diabetes may change the brain in ways that look a lot like early Alzheimer’s disease.
Scientists from the University...
Shingles vaccine may lower dementia risk by 20%, study finds
A surprising public health policy in Wales may have revealed powerful evidence that the shingles vaccine could help reduce the risk of developing dementia.
In...
Why some people experience vision problems first in Alzheimer’s
A new study from University College London (UCL) has found that differences in brain protein distribution and inflammation may help explain why some people...
Weekly injection may improve life for Parkinson’s patients
People with Parkinson’s disease may soon be able to manage their symptoms with a simple weekly injection instead of taking pills several times a...
Music therapy could strongly benefit people with dementia
A new study in the UK has found that using music therapy on dementia wards could help calm patients and improve their care.
Researchers from...
Blood test may predict dementia up to 10 years in advance
Scientists from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have found that specific blood biomarkers can predict whether a person is likely to develop dementia—up to...
Eye health may reveal early signs of dementia
A new study from the University of Otago has found that the health of our eyes might provide early warning signs of dementia.
Researchers discovered...
Hearing loss and loneliness together may speed up memory decline
Hearing loss is more than just an inconvenience. It can lead to problems with communication, social isolation, and even reduced alertness. Over time, it...