A research team at the Institute of Neurosciences of the University of Barcelona (UBneuro) has led a study describing a new molecular mechanism that affects RNA processing and alters the process of protein synthesis in […]
Scientists have gained a deeper understanding of a molecule that regulates lipid levels in the brain. This breakthrough could eventually lead to treatments for diseases like frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The findings are published […]
A new diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other dementia often spurs a person to move from their home, new research shows.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Each year, about 2.5 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), which often increases their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Music is woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. Whether it’s lifting our spirits, pushing us to run faster or soothing us to sleep, we can all recognize its power. So it’s no wonder […]
Researchers at the Allen Institute for Brain Science, UW Medicine, and Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute have created the most detailed picture yet of how Alzheimer’s disease (AD) progresses at the cellular level.This article […]
A new study from Columbia University shows that combining a brief smell test with a short memory exam can predict cognitive decline as accurately as costly brain imaging, offering a more affordable and accessible way […]
A new study across five European countries is the largest randomized controlled trial to date evaluating the efficacy of a combined hearing and vision rehabilitation intervention for people with dementia living at home. The new […]
Medicare could save up to 74% of the money lost from discarded Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab by the simple introduction of a new vial size that would reduce the amount of unused medication that is thrown […]
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that shares traits with both Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease but can be more difficult to diagnose. Symptoms can include hallucinations, movement disorders, cognitive issues, sleep […]
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