Alzheimer

This common medication may lead to dementia - study

Proton-pump inhibitors are prescribed to reduce stomach acid by targeting the enzymes in the stomach lining that produce that acid.

Alzheimer's diagnosis revamp embraces rating scale similar to cancer

The new guidelines are intended for doctors to use in clinical practice, for the first time offering patients treatments that can slow the course of the disease, rather than just treat symptoms.

By REUTERS
16/07/2023

Poor sense of smell linked to increased risk of depression in older adults - study

While loss of smell is not thought to cause depression, a new study shows that it may serve as a potent indicator of overall health and well-being.

These leafy green vegetables can keep your brain sharp for decades to come

Among the vegetables that were found to have this benefit were lettuce, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, green onion, and chives.

FDA approves first drug to slow Alzheimer's progression

Leqembi is an antibody designed to remove sticky deposits of a protein called amyloid beta from the brains of Alzheimer's patients.

By REUTERS
07/07/2023

Poor sense of smell linked to increased risk of depression in older adults - study

While loss of smell is not thought to cause depression, a new study shows that it may serve as a potent indicator of overall health and well-being.

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Bilingualism can have surprising neurological benefits

It turns out that knowing a second language is not only good for when you travel overseas or for expanding your range of jobs.

By WALLA!
11/06/2023

Ashkenazi Jews are more likely to suffer from Alzheimer's, study finds

Specific research into Ashkenazi genetics relation to Alzheimer's diseases was done for the first time.

Why do women with Alzheimer's decline faster than men?

Hebrew University has had a breakthrough on tiny RNA fragments in the brain, providing crucial answers on Alzheimer's research.

The first signs of Alzheimer's appear in the eyes. Here's what they are

Can doctors examine a person's eyes to see the start of the dementia process?

By WALLA!
02/05/2023
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