Scientists find way to break the toxic chain in Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study, a team of researchers at the University of Virginia has uncovered a significant clue in the mystery of Alzheimer’s disease.
Their...
These common meds linked to memory problems in older people
Medicines are often lifesavers, but sometimes, they can have side effects we don't expect.
A striking example of this comes from a recent study at...
Scientists find way to improve Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment
Alzheimer's disease has long been a puzzle in the medical world. Scientists have known that it involves the buildup of two proteins, amyloid-beta (Aβ)...
Scientists find why APOE4 gene variant is linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Approximately 25% of individuals carry the APOE4 gene variant, which significantly raises their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
While scientists have long known that APOE4...
Obesity-induced heart disease linked to Alzheimer’s protein, study finds
A transformative study from Deakin University has uncovered a surprising connection between obesity and amyloid beta, a protein typically associated with Alzheimer's Disease.
Published in...
Scientists find new way to prevent Parkinson’s disease in women
Researchers have long been puzzled by a curious fact: more men than women are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
The reasons behind this gender disparity have...
Research shows an important cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease, primarily affecting older individuals, is the leading type of dementia, causing issues with memory, thinking, and behavior.
Despite various treatments for symptoms, finding...
Physical and social activities can protect brain health in older people
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Zurich (UZH) highlights the big positive impact of physical and social activities on the...
Mutation in brain immune cells can increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating neurodegenerative condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the key features of Alzheimer's is the accumulation of...
Nanoplastics linked to Parkinson’s and some types of dementia
Since it was first produced at the start of the 20th century, synthetic plastic – and especially plastic packaging – has been an ever-present...