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Anti-amyloid drug displays signs of preventing Alzheimer's dementia: Study
Washington DC, March 20: A new study has found that 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.
New AI-based tool to spot cognitive impairment, prevent Alzheimer's: Study
New Delhi, March 15: A team of US researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) based system that may help assess cognitive impairments and curb the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or dementia in older adults.
Nearly 1 in 10 elderly in S. Korea suffer from Alzheimer's disease
Seoul, March 12: Nearly one out of 10 older adults in South Korea suffer from Alzheimer's disease, with the number of dementia patients expected to surpass 1 million next year, data showed on Wednesday.
Gene Hackman lived with wife's body for a week before his death
Los Angeles, March 8: Hollywood legend Gene Hackman lived for a week in the same house as his wife's dead body before passing away, according to officials in New Mexico, reported The Hollywood Reporter.
Prolonged use of anti-inflammatory pills can prevent dementia: Study
New Delhi, March 5: Long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medications may decrease the risk of developing dementia, claimed a study on Wednesday.
Alzheimer's disease: Researchers discover role of key protein
New Delhi, March 2: Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the role of the tau protein in Alzheimer’s disease.
Genetic, lifestyle factors may explain why Down syndrome leads to dementia: Study
New Delhi, March 1: A team of US researchers has decoded that genetic and lifestyle factors may determine why some people with Down syndrome suffer dementia.
Study explores how air pollution leads to memory loss in Alzheimer's
New Delhi, March 1: Toxins found in air pollution, and wildfire smoke may trigger a chemical change in the brain that can lead to memory loss as seen in Alzheimer's disease, according to a study.
Key protein identified for treating Alzheimer's disease: Study
Cologne, February 28: A team of researchers from the University of Cologne has made an important contribution to understanding the role of the tau protein in Alzheimer's disease.
Just 5 minutes of exercise daily can ward off dementia risk in elderly: Study
New Delhi, Feb 22: Just five minutes of exercise, that is moderate to vigorous, daily can help the elderly stave off the risk of dementia, according to a study.
A blood test could improve Alzheimer's disease diagnosis
New Delhi, Feb 16: A new blood test may have the potential to transform Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, patient care, early interventions and more targeted treatments, say researchers.
New insights into Alzheimer's brain inflammation: Study
Maryland, February 16: Brain inflammation, while an important aspect of the immune response, plays a negative effect on Alzheimer's disease. Unlike the acute, short-lived inflammation that fights infection, the inflammation associated with Alzheimer's is chronic and persistent. Scientists have been trying to figure out why this happens.
How brain trauma triggers Alzheimer's disease: Study
Lund, February 15: A study reveals that traumatic brain injury alters the small vessels in the brain, resulting in an accumulation of amyloid beta -- a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. The findings suggest that vascular dysfunction could be an early driver in neurodegenerative disorders rather than being caused by neuronal damage.
New antibody discovery platform can delve deeper into Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
New York, Feb 16: A new antibody discovery platform can delve deeper into the mechanisms underlying the processes behind Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, say researchers.
Researchers discover new type of Brain cells that allow you to remember objects
Vancouver, February 14: Researchers have discovered a new type of neuron that plays a fundamental role in recognition memory. It means how the brain registers the difference between new and familiar objects and forms long-term memories. These are named Ovoid Cells. They are found in the hippocampus of mice, humans and other mammals.
Measuring oral bacterial levels key to detect Alzheimer's risk early: Study
New Delhi, Feb 5: Amid a global spike in cases of Alzheimer's disease, a study on Wednesday showed that the bacteria in the mouth and on the tongue can indicate the risk of poor brain function and the underlying neurodegenerative disease.
New voice-based approach to enable early detection of Alzheimer's
New Delhi, Jan 28: In a bid to overcome language limitations posed by Alzheimer's disease, a team of Chinese researchers developed a new voice-based approach to enable early detection of the neurodegenerative disease.
Ayurveda can be new hope for Alzheimer's Disease, claims new study
New Delhi, Jan 17: Scientists at the Bose Institute in Kolkata, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology, have shown that Ayurveda can provide new hope for Alzheimer's Disease.
Costly therapies to foster Alzheimer's market growth globally: Report
New Delhi, Jan 14: New expensive but disease-modifying treatments are expected to foster Alzheimer's disease market growth globally, according to a report.
More diminished attention, better immediate recall may signal Lewy body dementia: Study
New Delhi, Jan 13: Cognitive problems like more diminished attention, but better immediate recall and memory may help predict Lewy body dementia, according to a study.
Researchers decode average life expectancy after dementia diagnosis
New Delhi, Jan 9: A new study has revealed that dementia reduced life expectancy by about two years for people with a diagnosis at age 85, 3-4 years with a diagnosis at age 80, and up to 13 years with a diagnosis at age 65.
Herpes virus likely to have have connection with Alzheimer's: Study
Washington, January 6: The University of Pittsburgh researchers uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer's disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) which suggests that viral infections may play a role in the disease.
Alzheimer's cases in 8 major markets to reach 22.51 million in 2033: Report
New Delhi, Jan 6: The prevalent cases of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in the eight major markets globally are set to register an annual growth rate (AGR) of 4.08 per cent from 15.99 million in 2023 to 22.51 million in 2033, according to a report on Monday.