Synchron is developing electronic devices that aims to help people with paralysis control their body, and the brain-computer interface (BCI) company has big ambitions…
A Phase 2a clinical trial is underway to test the possible benefits of sodium selenate for people living with frontotemporal dementia. While Alzheimer’s is…
Vaxxinity’s beta-amyloid vaccine to treat Alzheimer’s disease — UB-311 — recently received fast track designation as it finishes up Phase 2 trials. Image: Vaxxinity…
This Alzheimer’s drug has already been approved for use in China. The clinical trials that could lead to approval in the U.S. have just…
The Food and Drug Administration issued an update to Aduhelm’s label, now requiring a total of four MRIs during the first year of treatment…
Biogen has withdrawn the application anti-amyloid Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm from Europe’s regulatory agency. Biogen has abandoned its application for the approval of anti-amyloid Alzheimer’s…
Scientists are exploring the role of tau tangles in Alzheimer’s, and whether addressing these misfolded proteins could treat the disease. Here’s what you need…
The brain’s power generators, mitochondria, could hold the key to Alzheimer’s. Despite accounting for just two percent of our body weight, the brain consumes…
A new study explores the cognitive benefits of piano lessons in older adults. Researchers have long been studying the therapeutic benefits of listening to…
Could the bacteria that causes gum disease also trigger Alzheimer’s? A drug candidate targeting this bacteria recently failed its early trials, but some experts…
Voices of Alzheimer’s is a new organization dedicated to elevating the stories of people living with the disease. Here’s how VOA’s 5 founders —…
Medicare coverage of Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm may soon be dramatically limited. The CMS is asking for public comments before finalizing the decision. Last week,…
Aduhelm’s clinical trials shines a light on why representation is crucial in the search for effective Alzheimer’s treatments. The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA)…
The Memory Advocate Peers program supports couples newly diagnosed with dementia. What should you do when your loved one is newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s?…
Vaccines are one of the greatest medical advances in history. This strategy is now being applied to the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s. We…