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Scientists Say This Simple Habit Could Help Protect Your Brain for Life
New scientific findings suggest that reading for pleasure may rewire the brain and reduce the long-term risk of Alzheimer's and dementia.
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NEWSLETTER: Genetic discovery yields clues toward reversal of Alzheimer's brain damage
Recent scientific findings link the APOE4 gene to potentially reversible mechanisms of brain blood vessel damage in Alzheimer's disease.
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Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
Scientists have developed high-resolution brain maps focused on the prefrontal cortex to advance the study of Alzheimer's disease.
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Blood proteomics of menopause map to brain aging and dementia risk
New research suggests menopause leaves a biological blood proteomics signature that may predict accelerated brain aging and dementia risk.
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Scientists are finally starting to figure out Alzheimer’s
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Which Diets Could Lower Alzheimer’s Risk? Experts Point to These Foods
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A Study Revealed Doing This Highly Enjoyable Activity Every Day Could Lower Your Dementia Risk
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Menopause May Temporarily Alter Your Brain's Normal Aging, Scans Reveal
Recent scan findings indicate menopause may temporarily alter normal brain aging and rewiring processes.
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Simple Blood Test Could Flag Your Memory Problems 6 Years Before They Start
Recent medical studies show simple blood tests could flag memory problems years before symptoms start.
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People with Alzheimer’s risk gene may want to rethink Western diet
Recent reporting examines links between the Western diet, artificial sweeteners, and cognitive decline in older adults.
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Scientists find a new layer of Alzheimer’s hidden in the genome
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Brain aging may be detected decades before symptoms appear, with links to gut health
Recent coverage highlights research connecting early detection of brain aging and Alzheimer's risk to gut health and specific microbes.
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Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
Recent coverage examines new Alzheimer's blood tests, social media misuse, and legislative efforts like the ASAP Act.
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Deep-sleep loss linked to Alzheimer's-related protein buildup in new study
Recent coverage examines how nighttime awakenings may signal a connection to Alzheimer's disease risks.
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Puberty, pregnancy, and menopause show shared and distinct structural changes across the lifespan
New research identifies shared and distinct brain structural changes during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, linking early menopause to cognitive risks.
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Alzheimer’s treatment is advancing rapidly
Rapid advancements in medical research and a surge in clinical trials have positioned an Alzheimer's cure as a tangible possibility for the first time.
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Alzheimer’s patient in Broward sees brain plaques cleared due to new treatment
A patient in Broward County is reporting the clearing of brain plaques following a new Alzheimer's treatment, sparking a wider national conversation.
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Earlier menopause is linked to faster memory decline and earlier Alzheimer’s onset
Recent studies examine connections between menopause timing, hormone therapy, and dementia risk.
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The dementia that often strikes in midlife
Recent coverage highlights rising concerns over midlife dementia, stressing early evaluation and the risk of ignoring symptoms.
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Dementia doesn’t always begin with memory loss: early warning signs to watch for
Medical experts and global health initiatives are highlighting that dementia and Alzheimer's can manifest through unexpected symptoms beyond simple memory loss.
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Scientists Say a Key Trigger for Alzheimer’s Damage Isn’t Even in the Brain
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Scientists invent a gel that creates neurons from other cells, which could help treat Alzheimer's
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Major brain changes that occur around age 50 could impact dementia risk
New research indicates significant brain cell and immunity changes around age 50 may influence future dementia risk and memory loss.
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Two Hours of Sleep Restored in Alzheimer’s Brains in Research Breakthrough
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The best and worst supplements for your brain
Neurologists issue warnings on ineffective brain supplements while highlighting diet, sleep, and nutrient strategies.
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A new target in the gut for reducing Alzheimer's risk
New research from UW–Madison and PUCMM explores how the gut microbiota may be a target for reducing the risk of Alzheimer's and cognitive decline.
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Blood Tests to Predict Alzheimer’s Are Causing Confusion and Distress
Advances in Alzheimer's blood tests are promising earlier diagnosis but triggering significant emotional distress and confusion for patients.
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One cognitive ability stood out in a study of Western diets and Alzheimer’s risk genes - News-Medical
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This Nighttime Habit Could Be A Key Indicator Of Dementia. Neurologists Explain The Warning Signs
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An Alzheimer’s Drug Cut Expected Cognitive Decline Roughly in Half. It Didn’t Target Amyloid
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Scientists discover what may be behind Alzheimer’s
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Experts just found a surprisingly easy way to improve your brain at any age
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Alzheimer's patient in Broward sees brain plaques cleared after year and a half of treatment
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How to rewire your brain: 10 simple habits backed by neuroscience
Neuroscience-backed habits and aerobic fitness are trending as key methods for training the brain and reducing the risk of cognitive decline.
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Neuroscientist Says Your Brain Needs One Thing Before You Can Sleep
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A 25-year Northwestern study of people over 80 with memory as sharp as adults decades younger found that diet and exercise habits varied widely among them, but strong social connection was the one trait they consistently shared
A 25-year Northwestern University study reveals that strong social connection is the primary shared trait among 'SuperAgers' with exceptional memory.
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What Doctors Want You to Know About the Differences Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s
New global guidelines and clinical trials are shifting the focus toward the prevention of dementia and the protection of brain health.
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Scientists Can Now Spot Alzheimer’s 10 Years Before Symptoms
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Low-Sugar Diet Early in Life Linked to 46% Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Recent research suggests that limiting sugar intake during early childhood may be linked to a significantly lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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Study links heavy TV watching to brain changes tied to Alzheimer’s
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UK doctors say breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research may have found way to restore sleep
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TikTok Star Rebecca Luna Dies at 49 with Medical Aid, After Sharing Alzheimer’s Battle
TikTok creator Rebecca Luna has died at age 49 after choosing medical aid in dying following a battle with young-onset Alzheimer's.
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A hidden Alzheimer’s tipping point may decide who gets dementia
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The common concern that can age your brain faster and increase Alzheimer’s risk
New research suggests that persistent financial hardship and chronic money struggles may accelerate brain aging and increase the risk of Alzheimer's.
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Your brain starts ageing long before memory loss begins: Neurologist explains the daily habits that can protect it as you grow older
Neurologists and neurosurgeons are highlighting that brain ageing begins well before memory loss, emphasizing preventative daily habits for all ages.
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Watching too much TV in midlife may shrink the brain
Recent scientific studies link frequent midlife television watching and binge-watching to potential brain changes and structural shrinkage.
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The 5 Best Fruits for Better Brain Health, According to Experts
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There May Be A New Way To Clear Alzheimer's Proteins From The Brain
New research explores two distinct methods for clearing toxic Alzheimer's proteins from the brain: high-dose CO2 inhalation and copper-based drugs.
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Scientists discover a protein that protects the brain from Alzheimer’s damage
Scientists have identified a brain protein named SORLA that shields the brain against Alzheimer's damage and tau tangles.
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What your walking speed reveals about your risk of heart disease and dementia
New research suggests that walking speed and daily step counts in older adults are critical indicators of heart health and cognitive resilience.
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New Study Suggests Unexpected Link Between Long Sleep and Alzheimer’s
Recent neurological research indicates a potential link between excessive sleep duration and markers associated with Alzheimer's disease.
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Brain-shuttle biologics chart new paths across the blood–brain barrier
Recent coverage highlights new developments in brain-shuttle biologics crossing the blood-brain barrier for treatments.
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Long Sleep Hours Link to Elevated Alzheimer’s Blood Protein
New research from UT Health San Antonio reveals a connection between long sleep hours and elevated Alzheimer's-related blood proteins.
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Dementia Prevention Guidelines Updated—Here’s What Changed
The World Health Organization has updated its dementia prevention guidelines, introducing new risk factors and specific medical warnings.
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New Alzheimer’s drug could stop disease
A new generation of Alzheimer's treatments, including Roche's brainshuttle therapy, may stop the disease before symptoms even appear.
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Alzheimer's blood test may predict who's likely to develop symptoms in 5 to10 years
A new blood test is generating widespread attention for its reported ability to predict Alzheimer's disease symptoms years in advance.
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Biogen Alzheimer's drug slowed decline at rates on par with approved therapies, study shows
Biogen shares fell following recent trial data for an Alzheimer's treatment.
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An experimental Alzheimer's drug shows some promise as researchers hunt new approaches
An experimental Alzheimer's drug shows early promise while raising mixed questions and triggering a stock drop.
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All eyes on data on Biogen’s tau therapy
Biogen's experimental Alzheimer's drug diranersen has sparked industry-wide attention with new Phase 2 data presented at AAIC.
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A Human-Safe Drug Reduces Multiple Signs of Alzheimer's in Mice
An experimental therapy already proven safe in humans reduces multiple signs of Alzheimer's disease in mice.