Scientists Discover How a Certain Protein Is More Common in Women with Alzheimer's Than Men; Could This Be Why Women Are More Prone to Developing Alzheimer's?

Medicine & Technology Dec 28, 2022

Researchers observe the presence higher levels of a certain protein among female brains with Alzheimer's compared to their male counterparts. Read to know more about these findings and their impact.

New Blood Test Capable of Finding Azlheimer's Toxin Years Before Symptoms Start Showing

Dec 21, 2022

Researchers come up with a novel blood test that may detect Alzheimer's toxin even years before patients start exhibiting symptoms. Read to know more about these findings and their potential.

Scientists Discover Link Between Alzheimer’s Severity, Swelling; Findings May Correct Misunderstandings About the Cause of the Condition

Dec 08, 2022

Researchers discover how swelling in neural axons is linked to the severity of Alzheimer's disease. Read to know more about these findings and their impact on what is known about Alzheimer's.

Insoluble Plaques in the Brain Might Not Be the Cause of Alzheimer's Disease, New Theory Suggests

Oct 15, 2022

The buildup of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain was generally thought to be responsible for dementia symptoms in Alzheimer's disease, but a new theory suggested otherwise. Check out the new theory that proposes another possible cause of the disease.

Novel Antibody-Based Therapy Shows It Could Be A Viable Mode of Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease

Sep 08, 2022

Scientists are one step closer to creating a treatment for Alzheimer's disease using the new antibody-based therapy used in mice with the disease, showing positive results. Read the article to learn more.

Novel Peptide in Nasal Spray Form Developed for Protection Against Epilepsy, Alzheimer’s

Aug 17, 2022

The peptide the scientists developed in research can be done through a nasal spray. It can help protect against epilepsy and Alzheimer’s. Read to know more.

New Tau Biomarkers Tau May Detect Early Stage Alzheimer

Jul 12, 2022

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) researchers revealed that they successfully identified new blood biomarkers of postoperative delirium. Continue reading to know more about the new Alzheimer preventive discovery.

Newly Devised Laser-Based Diamond Sensor More Efficient in Detecting Disorders Like Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia

Jul 07, 2022

Scientists developed a new device, a lawyer-based diamond sensor that can detect disorders more accurately. Read and find out more about this new technology.

Taking Serine Supplements Increases Risk for Developing Alzheimer's Disease, Study Claims

May 25, 2022

Scientists advise people who are taking nootropics with L-serine and D-serine as brain boosters to exercise caution after finding a biomarker for Alzheimer's. Read on to learn more.

Why Are Women More Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s Disease? Here’s What a New Study of Female Mice Reveals

Mar 03, 2022

A new study found that women are more vulnerable to developing Alzheimer’s Disease. Find out how the researchers used female mice to come up with their findings.

Memory Loss: Is Forgetfulness An Indication Of Serious Condition Like Dementia Or Just A Normal Aging Process?

Dec 26, 2021

Memory loss is a common condition, especially for people getting older and such a condition can be a distressing experience.

Sildenafil Identified as a Candidate Drug Against Alzheimer's Disease: Lab Experiments Showed Viagra Reduced Risk of Dementia

Dec 06, 2021

Viagra, a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction, may also be used as a potential weapon against Alzheimer's disease based on lab experiments.

Alzheimer's Treatment: How Effective is Nasal Spray to Prevent, Slow Progression of the Disease?

Nov 25, 2021

Brigham and Women's Hospital announced it would spearhead the first human trial of a nasal spray vaccine as a protection against Alzheimer's disease, formulated to prevent or delay the progression of the disease.

Alzheimer's Disease Prevention: Nasal Administration of Vaccine Now on Clinical Trial at Boston Hospital

Nov 16, 2021

A Boston hospital announced early today, the launch of its first human clinical trial of a nasal administration of vaccine for Alzheimer's disease.

Around 76% of Adults Deficient in This Mineral Often Associated With Dementia; Can Selenium Slow Cognitive Decline?

Oct 19, 2021

In the UK, around 76% of adults lack selenium, which is often associated with a number of diseases including dementia. But could be taking vitamin supplements rich in selenium can prevent cognitive decline?