Apr. 2, 2025 A new analysis of a vaccination program in Wales found that the shingles vaccine appeared to lower new dementia diagnoses by 20% — more than any other known …
Mar. 31, 2025 A newly developed blood test for Alzheimer’s disease not only aids in the diagnosis of the neurodegenerative condition but also indicates how far it has progressed, according to a new …
Mar. 31, 2025 New research reveals that lower proportions of specific sleep stages are associated with reduced brain volume in regions vulnerable to the development of Alzheimer’s disease over …
Mar. 26, 2025 People living in more disadvantaged neighborhoods may be more likely to develop dementia than people living in neighborhoods with fewer disadvantages, according to a new study. The study does not …
Mar. 26, 2025 People who have early signs of heart problems may also have changes in brain health that can be early signs of dementia, such as loss of brain volume, according to a meta-analysis. The meta-analysis …
Mar. 26, 2025 A study finds that factors beyond a person’s control, like socioeconomic status and whether their mom smoked or was obese, can influence whether they are overweight or obese as teenagers or …
Mar. 26, 2025 A team has discovered a possible therapeutic approach to repair injured muscles either from aging or degenerative muscle …
Mar. 26, 2025 Stroke survivors who have attended some level of higher education may face even steeper mental declines, according to a study. The findings suggest that attending higher education may enable people …
Mar. 25, 2025 For human health, prematurely aging cells are a big problem. When a cell ages and stops growing, its function changes, which can cause or worsen cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease and …
Mar. 25, 2025 An adult brain affected by attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADHD) presents modifications similar to those observed in individuals suffering from dementia. These are the …
Mar. 24, 2025 Maintaining a healthy diet rich in plant-based foods, with low to moderate intake of healthy animal-based foods and lower intake of ultra-processed foods, was linked to a higher likelihood of healthy …
Mar. 19, 2025 An experimental drug appears to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s-related dementia in people destined to develop the disease in their 30s, 40s or 50s, according to the results of a new study. The …
Mar. 19, 2025 For women in their 80s, experiencing increasing sleepiness during the day over a five-year period is associated with double the risk of developing dementia during that time, according to a new study. …
Mar. 17, 2025 Researchers have detailed the precise mechanism through which the inflammatory signaling molecule IL-12 contributes to Alzheimer’s …
Mar. 14, 2025 Researchers have revealed a new scientific clue that could unlock the key cellular pathway leading to devastating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease and amyotrophic lateral …
Mar. 14, 2025 A research team has developed a new system to estimate a person’s biological age — a measure of how well their body has aged, rather than just counting the years since birth. Using just five …
Mar. 13, 2025 A person’s ‘bioenergetic age’ — or how youthfully their cells generate energy — might be a key indicator of whether they’re at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, new …
Mar. 13, 2025 Researchers have made a huge leap forward in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, solving a decades-long mystery. In a major breakthrough, they have been able to see the human PINK1 protein …
Mar. 13, 2025 Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but twin studies found the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as has been previously …
Mar. 13, 2025 Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, so identifying those with cognitive issues early could lead to interventions and better outcomes. …
