Tag: alzheimer disease
Unravelling the Link Between Brain Iron Accumulation and Neurodegeneration
Neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's affect millions of people worldwide, yet scientists are still trying to…
New Research Questions Fish Oil’s Role in Preventing Alzheimer’s Decline
Americans spend more than $1 billion each year on fish oil supplements, largely because of claims that the…
Healthy Living May Help Offset Genetic Risk for Dementia
With dementia cases projected to nearly triple worldwide by 2050, researchers are increasingly seeking ways to prevent or…
Healthy Hearts May Still Face the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
A new clinical trial suggests that improving cardiovascular health alone may not be enough to protect older adults…
Newly Developed Mandarin Toolkit Helps Spot Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Asian Americans represent the fastest-growing segment of older adults in the United States, yet many encounter persistent linguistic…
New Study Reveals How to Detect Alzheimer’s Alongside a Difficult-to-Diagnose Dementia
People living with Alzheimer’s disease frequently have additional neurodegenerative conditions, one of which is the less well-understood frontotemporal…
UMass Amherst Study Reveals Long-Term Cognitive Risks of Early Adult Alcohol Use
It is widely recognised that people often turn to alcohol as a way to cope with stress. However,…
USC research shows early Alzheimer’s brain markers vary across diverse populations
A team of researchers from the USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute at the Keck…
Clinical pilot study shows potential of low-dose lithium in slowing verbal memory loss
Lithium, a treatment long used for bipolar disorder, may offer neuroprotective effects that extend beyond mood stabilisation. An…
Study Suggests Certain Health Conditions May Indicate Future Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study led by researchers at Vanderbilt Health has identified a range of medical conditions that frequently…
New Study Reveals Way to Watch and Reverse Key Chemical Process Linked to Alzheimer’s
A recent study conducted at Oregon State University has provided new insight into a chemical process associated with…
Changes in brain blood flow and oxygen supply may provide early warning signs of Alzheimer’s
Subtle alterations in the way blood circulates through the brain and how brain tissue uses oxygen may be…