Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
Everything You Should Know About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a form of Alzheimer’s disease that manifests in individuals in their 40s and 50s. Its symptoms include memory loss, trouble finishing routine tasks, and personality changes. About 7 million Americans and over 55 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia [1, 2]. Although the condition … Continue reading "Everything You Should Know About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s"
Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer's Risk
Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study has discovered a connection between the risk of Alzheimer’s and high blood pressure. Researchers at the University of New South Wales found that people with untreated high blood pressure may be more likely to develop the disease than those who have been or are receiving treatment for hypertension. Alzheimer’s disease is the … Continue reading "Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk"
High Belly and Arm Fat
High Belly and Arm Fat Levels May Increase Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Risk
New research suggests that individuals with high levels of body fat stored in the arms or belly may be more susceptible to diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s than those with low levels of fat in these regions. Additionally, the study discovered that those with higher muscle strength had a lower risk of developing these illnesses. … Continue reading "High Belly and Arm Fat Levels May Increase Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Risk"
Predicting Alzheimer’s Progression
AI Tool 3x More Accurate at Predicting Alzheimer’s Progression than Current Tests
Early diagnosis of dementia and Alzheimer’s can be challenging because both conditions share many symptoms with age-related cognitive loss. Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can forecast if a person with early dementia symptoms would remain stable or develop Alzheimer’s. It was three times more accurate than … Continue reading "AI Tool 3x More Accurate at Predicting Alzheimer’s Progression than Current Tests"
Kisunla, The Newly FDA-Approved Alzheimer's Drug
What Should You Know About Kisunla, The Newly FDA-Approved Alzheimer’s Drug
The Food and Drug Administration approved a new medication on July 2, 2024, for Alzheimer’s treatment [1]. The drug, Kisunla, is the third in a new class of treatments to slow disease progression. It bears similarities to Leqembi, a medication that was authorized for use in early-stage Alzheimer’s patients last year [2]. Another drug in … Continue reading "What Should You Know About Kisunla, The Newly FDA-Approved Alzheimer’s Drug"
Early-Onset Alzheimer's
A Rare Genetic Trait Can Delay Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: Study
Some individuals have a genetic tendency to develop Alzheimer’s before they reach the age of 65. Researchers at Mass General Brigham have identified a genetic variation that may protect those whose other gene variant predisposes them to early-onset Alzheimer’s. This discovery could lead to new treatment targets for early-onset disease. Although Alzheimer’s typically occurs after … Continue reading "A Rare Genetic Trait Can Delay Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: Study"
Maternal or Paternal Alzheimer’s
Maternal or Paternal Alzheimer’s History: Which is More Important?
Scientists agree that genetics plays a significant role in the development of Alzheimer’s. Recently, researchers at Mass General Brigham have found that whether a person inherits Alzheimer’s risk from their mother or father affects the likelihood of biological changes in the brain that cause the condition. Although experts may not know the specific etiology of … Continue reading "Maternal or Paternal Alzheimer’s History: Which is More Important?"
Sleep Apnea During REM Stage
Alzheimer’s Study: Sleep Apnea During REM Stage Linked to Memory Decline
Researchers from the University of California, Irvine, discovered that sleep apnea severity during the REM stage of sleep negatively impacts verbal memory. According to the researchers, the adverse effect is particularly severe among older persons at risk for Alzheimer’s. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disorder in which an individual has breathing pauses or interruptions … Continue reading "Alzheimer’s Study: Sleep Apnea During REM Stage Linked to Memory Decline"
Foods for Healthy Brain and Enhanced Memory
Foods for Healthy Brain and Enhanced Memory
Essential nutrients in oily fish, berries, almonds, and other brain-boosting foods may enhance both short- and long-term brain function. The brain requires a lot of healthy nourishment to sustain focus throughout the day because it is an energy-intensive organ that uses about 20% of the body’s calories [1]. Eating a diet rich in brain foods … Continue reading "Foods for Healthy Brain and Enhanced Memory"
Offset Cognitive Decline Even in Dementia Patients
Healthy Lifestyle May Help Offset Cognitive Decline Even in Dementia Patients
According to a recent study, eating healthily, exercising, and abstaining from alcohol and tobacco can all help prevent or slow mental decline. The study revealed that by adopting these healthy practices, even individuals with dementia experienced less decline. A healthy lifestyle is known to have a tremendous positive impact on our mental and physical well-being, … Continue reading "Healthy Lifestyle May Help Offset Cognitive Decline Even in Dementia Patients"
Early-Stage Dementia
Tips to Help You Live Alone With Early-Stage Dementia
An individual in the early stages of dementia may be able to live alone and entirely autonomously for some time, particularly with the help of family and friends. Many individuals with dementia in the early stages can continue carrying out their daily tasks. However, they may find it more difficult to manage independently as their … Continue reading "Tips to Help You Live Alone With Early-Stage Dementia"
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Everything You Should Know About Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative and fatal brain disorder caused by repeated traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), such as concussions and head blows. It is also linked to the onset of dementia. This disorder has an impact on how different parts of your brain function, communicate, and work with one another. CTE may have … Continue reading "Everything You Should Know About Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)"
Viagra Reduces Alzheimer's Risk by Over 50%
A New Study Reveals that Viagra Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk by Over 50%
A new study that supports some earlier findings implies that the erectile dysfunction medication Viagra may soon be recommended as a treatment to lower the risk of Alzheimer’s and aid in slowing the alarming global increase in dementia cases. An unexpected contender has emerged in the decades-long and mostly unsuccessful search for medications to treat … Continue reading "A New Study Reveals that Viagra Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk by Over 50%"
Fat build-up in brain cells may be responsible for Alzheimer’s
Fat build-up in brain cells may be responsible for Alzheimer’s: Study
Researchers have discovered evidence that fat deposition in brain cells may be the underlying cause of Alzheimer’s. Fat droplets seem to accumulate in brain immune cells as the major genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s, suggesting an as-yet-unrecognized potential cause of the condition. Alzheimer’s, which is characterized by neurodegeneration and progressive loss of mental skills, remains … Continue reading "Fat build-up in brain cells may be responsible for Alzheimer’s: Study"
Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer's Risk
How Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer’s Risk May be Related
A recent study found evidence that there is a link between type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s risk, which some health experts refer to as type 3 diabetes. Researchers said consuming a high-fat diet may boost inflammatory levels, increasing the risk of dementia. Diabetes and Alzheimer’s are two of the most rapidly expanding health challenges worldwide. … Continue reading "How Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer’s Risk May be Related"
AI May Predict Alzheimer’s
AI May Predict Alzheimer’s up to Seven Years Before Symptoms Manifest
Using artificial intelligence (AI), researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, have been able to forecast an individual’s likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s up to seven years before any symptoms appear. Researchers found early risk factors that affected both men and women, as well as a few that were gender-specific, such as osteoporosis in women … Continue reading "AI May Predict Alzheimer’s up to Seven Years Before Symptoms Manifest"
Air Pollution Linked to Increased Alzheimer's
Air Pollution Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Markers in the Brain
A recent study found that amyloid plaques, the biomarkers for Alzheimer’s, were more prevalent in the brains of those exposed to higher concentrations of fine particulate air pollution. The researchers found the highest association between pollution exposure and plaques among people who did not have a gene variant that increases the risk of Alzheimer’s. According … Continue reading "Air Pollution Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Markers in the Brain"
Alcoholic Dementia_ Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Alcoholic Dementia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Alcohol abuse can eventually lead to symptoms similar to dementia. However, quitting drinking can occasionally reverse these consequences or at least slow them down. Alcoholic dementia, often known as alcohol-related dementia, is a severe kind of brain damage induced by frequent drinking over many years. It may result in symptoms of dementia, such as forgetfulness, … Continue reading "Alcoholic Dementia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment"
Blood Test Detect Early Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
A New Blood Test Could Detect Early Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Currently, there is no single, simple diagnostic test for Alzheimer’s. Developing a straightforward, non-invasive, and inexpensive early diagnostic test could aid in early diagnosis and the targeting of new Alzheimer’s medications to those in the early stages of the disease. Recently, a team of researchers has discovered a blood test that detects a specific type … Continue reading "A New Blood Test Could Detect Early Symptoms of Alzheimer’s"
Dementia That Affects the Brains of Men and Women
A Kind of Dementia That Affects the Brains of Men and Women Differently
Dementia is a neurological condition that impairs cognitive functions such as memory, language, and the ability to recognize and deal with emotions. Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is among the most common kinds of dementia. Understanding more about the potential involvement of gender and sex in DLB has gained attention recently. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet … Continue reading "A Kind of Dementia That Affects the Brains of Men and Women Differently"