Loss of Smell, an Early Alzheimer’s Sign, Reversed in Lab
A poor sense of smell may be one of the earliest signs of Alzheimer’s. Now, researchers have shown that the offending culprit may be beta-amyloid, a protein that builds up in a toxic form in the brains of those with … Continue reading
Early Treatment May Be Key to Alzheimer’s Vaccine Success
Scientists have long sought to develop a vaccine that may prevent the onset or progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But so far, vaccines have had limited benefit and proved potentially dangerous, sometimes triggering life-threatening inflammation in the brain. Now, researchers say … Continue reading
A New Type of Brain Scan to Detect Alzheimer’s Early
A new type of brain scan may help to detect Alzheimer’s early, using no radiation and at less cost than other techniques, researchers report. Doctors at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine have developed a form of magnetic … Continue reading
5 Nutrients May Promote Brain Health
Can what you eat help to protect the brain, and possibly help ward off Alzheimer’s disease? A growing body of evidence suggests nutritional factors can influence brain health, including a new report linking certain nutrients to good cognitive health. Researchers … Continue reading
Family Gatherings and Alzheimer’s
The activity and festivities during Passover and Easter pose special challenges for families coping with Alzheimer’s disease. The hurried pace can be trying at times for just about anyone, but for someone coping with Alzheimer’s disease, the change in routine … Continue reading
Early Plaque Build-Up May Signal Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s is characterized by the buildup of beta-amyloid, a protein that accumulates in the brains of those with the disease. But at least 20 percent of elderly men and women also have evidence of beta-amyloid buildup in the brain on … Continue reading
How Exercise May Ward Off Alzheimer’s
A daily walk or jog may help to ward off the memory loss of Alzheimer’s, a new study suggests, particularly in people at increased risk of the disease. The study, which appeared in the Archives of Neurology, was among the … Continue reading
I Want to go Home
Whether it’s relatives, friends or nursing staff, anyone who is caring for those afflicted with Alzheimer’s or dementia has heard or will inevitably hear the patients say, “I want to go home!” Patients may even pack their bags, piling them … Continue reading
Rating Your Health as Poor Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
Would you rate your health as fair or poor? You may be at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study shows. Seniors who rated their health as poor or fair were at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s and other … Continue reading
Anxiety and Depression Increase Dementia Risk
Getting a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can cause anxiety and depression, at least for a short time. But can mental distress increase the risk for developing dementia? Scientists assessed that question by reviewing the medical records … Continue reading
