Two brain diseases, Alzheimer's and CAA, both involve a sticky protein called amyloid. But they affect the brain differently. Scientists used special scans to see these differences. They looked at 30 people with Alzheimer's and 20 with CAA. They used two types of brain scans. One scan showed where
Patrick Dempsey is back in the crime genre with a new role that might remind fans of Dexter. This time, he plays Angelo Ledda, a hitman facing a tough challenge. Angelo has early-onset Alzheimer's, which is making his memory fade. He must hide his dangerous job from his family while his mind betrays
Ever thought about how your driving might hint at your brain's health? It turns out, the way you drive could reveal a lot about your cognitive state. People with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) tend to drive less, especially at night and on long trips, compared to those with normal cognition. This i
Alzheimer's disease is a big problem. It affects many people. But, there's a lack of research on Asian communities. To fix this, the Asian Cohort for Alzheimer's Disease (ACAD) Study is stepping in. They aim to recruit over 5000 participants. These participants must be of Asian descent and aged 60 o
Alzheimer's disease is a complex condition that needs a well-rounded approach to manage it effectively. Two strategies that have shown promise are regular aerobic exercise and intermittent fasting. However, the potential benefits of combining these two—exercising in a fasted state—have not been thor
Dementia care is going through a big change. Doctors can now tell patients exactly what is causing their memory problems. This is a huge deal because before, it was hard to know for sure. Now, with new tests, doctors can see what is happening in the brain and tell patients if they have Alzheimer's o
Dementia care is undergoing a significant transformation. New treatments and diagnostic tools are changing how patients and their families experience the disease. However, these advancements are not without challenges, including accessibility and stigma. In the past, diagnosing dementia was a compl
Semaglutide, the star ingredient in weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, just took a big hit. Two major trials showed it doesn't help people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory issues. Thousands of people aged 55 to 85 took part, but the results were clear: no improvement in memory or daily funct
People often talk about how staying active can help keep the mind sharp. But what does science say about this? A study looked into how physical and mental activities might affect the brain over time. The focus was on older adults who did not have dementia. The study wanted to see if these activities
In the hunt for new ways to tackle Alzheimer's disease, scientists are turning to an unlikely source: fungi from the ocean. Alzheimer's is a tough nut to crack. It's a brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Right now, there's no cure. But researchers are digging into the pote
