In a new study published in JAMA Neurology, researchers reported the first results of an initial basket trial for neurodegenerative diseases. The trial brings…
There are countless factors that may contribute to the risk of developing dementia, from genetics to blood pressure levels. Now, it turns out that…
When it comes to traumatic brain injury and the link to brain disorders like chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) or Alzheimer’s, researchers have primarily focused…
Researchers may have developed a new test that can easily identify prion diseases—a group of diseases that includes “Mad Cow” disease—in a new study….
Both Parkinson’s disease and dementia were ravaging the brain and behavior of actor Robin Williams before his death, but at the time, he didn’t…
Older individuals with Down syndrome have higher rates of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, a new study finds. The study, funded by the National…
Alzheimer’s disease is more prevalent among women than men: Two-thirds of the 5.5 million people in the U.S. living with the disease are women….
With the changes that occur as you age, it can be easy to think of growing older as a steady decline. While some changes…
Type 2 diabetes is linked to a two-fold or higher increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers presented findings at Neuroscience 2019, the annual…
While forgetfulness and cognitive decline are the main defining symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer’s, the conditions are also often riddled with behavioral issues and…
What’s happening inside the brain during and after a traumatic brain injury is still an active area of research. While nerve damage from hits…
Building empathy among caregivers and healthcare providers is an important aspect of treating dementia, and virtual reality (VR) offers a way for people to…
Antipsychotic drugs are most commonly used to treat mental health conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, but they’re also often prescribed to patients with…
The link between cardiovascular health and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s is well-established. Now, a new study finds that oral anticoagulants — drugs that help…
As research into Alzheimer’s advances, scientists are shifting their focus from beta-amyloid accumulation to inflammation as a main driver of the disease. In a…