Researchers have found a strong link between a specific protein in blood, called phosphorylated tau217, and memory problems in people with Alzheimer's disease. This protein, found in plasma, can hint at the earlier stages of Alzheimer's. While scientists already knew that these proteins could show c
You might have heard that researchers are facing some challenges when it comes to finding volunteers for Alzheimer's disease studies. To tackle this, the National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center (NACC) has suggested that all participants should be paid for their time and effort. But how are the Alzh
Alzheimer's disease is a growing concern, expected to affect 152 million people by 2050. Recently, new therapies, known as anti-amyloid treatments, have been approved. Unlike traditional options, these are infused every 2 to 5 weeks to slow down the disease. But with this progress comes a downside.
Have you ever thought about how exercise could help improve your memory? Scientists have been exploring a gentle form of exercise called "Yoga-like" to see if it can slow down the effects of Alzheimer's disease. You might know that running or other aerobic exercises can help with brain health, but t
Ever wondered how Alzheimer's disease affects the brains of people with Down syndrome? Scientists are exploring if changes in brain thickness and size can help figure out the disease's stages. It's like trying to solve a brain puzzle: do these changes look the same as in other inherited forms of Alz
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a crucial early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease. Yet, many current methods only focus on brain images, ignoring other valuable data like genetics and clinical info. This can lead to a lot of noise in the data, making it hard to spot the real patterns. To fix t
Did you know that over 6 million people in the U. S. live with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia? Their care is often provided by family members or friends, known as informal caregivers. These caregivers offer more than $270 billion annually without any pay. But here’s a problem: studi
Polypharmacy—the use of five or more meds simultaneously—is becoming more common as people age and develop various health issues along with Alzheimer's disease. This study took a deeper dive into how many medications people with Alzheimer's are taking and whether it affects them differently. Alzheim
Did you know that by 2050, around 50 million people worldwide could be affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias? That's a huge number, and it's important to catch these conditions early. One way scientists are trying to do this is by looking at how well people drive. You see, before pe
Alzheimer's disease is a tricky condition to spot early. The usual methods involve spinal fluid tests and brain scans, but they have their downsides. Lately, scientists are buzzing about a new idea: checking blood plasma. This could make early screening a lot easier. Advanced tools that scan protein
