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Scientists define new form of dementia that mimics Alzheimer’s

Apr 30, 2019

A new form of dementia, which mimics the symptoms of Alzheimer’s, has been identified by clinicians and scientists, and estimated to affect as many as a quarter of people over the age of 85. They’re calling ...

Even light activity, like housework and walking, can slow the brain’s aging

West Side Story

Apr 20, 2019

Health, Science

Light activity such as gentle walks or housework could help slow the aging of the brain, according to a new study published in the journal Jama Network Open. The study goes against earlier conclusions that sugg...

Exercise keeps the brain sharp through aging, even with dementia

West Side Story

Jan 19, 2019

Health, Science

During aging, physical activity can help to keep cognitive faculties functioning, even after the onset of dementia, according to new research published in the journal Neurology. While researchers have long o...

Cambridge brain imaging facility expands imaging capabilities with groundbreaking new equipment

West Side Story

Oct 27, 2016

Health, Innovation, Science

The Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre in the University of Cambridge has been equipped with a set of the most powerful magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) scanners in the world. C...

New research proposed drug T-817MA Alzheimers disease

New research and proposed drug T-817MA could help battle Alzheimer’s disease

Amanda

Feb 11, 2015

Health

The sixth leading cause of death in the United States, Alzheimer’s disease, which affects almost 5 million Americans today is expected to take a much wider toll and affect as many as 15 million of them within t...

Sleep Apnea may contributed to brain changes and possibly lead to Dementia

Cody Gash

Dec 11, 2014

Health

A new study suggests that breathing difficulties or less time in deep sleep may trigger a risk of brain changes, especially for older men. Though such changes may not lead to dementia, they could elevate the ri...

Vitamin D poses higher peril to Dementia or Alzheimer disease

Platonium

Aug 7, 2014

Health

People who don’t get the ample of Vitamin D are more prone to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, as suggested by a new report published in journal Neurology. Dementia is not a single disease itself rather it’s...

Eating fish regularly may improve your brain

Platonium

Aug 5, 2014

Health

A new study has found a link between college education and eating fish, which suggests that eating fish will actually keep your brain healthier and younger. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School...

Eye exam and scratch and sniff test could show Alzheimer’s disease

Platonium

Jul 13, 2014

Health

Sense of smell and the eye might have a huge role to play in finding out if a person is at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. New research indicates that a test of a person's ability to identify certain...

Blood test could predict Alzheimer’s disease

Platonium

Jul 9, 2014

Health

10 proteins have been discovered in the blood that could indicate the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers predict that someday, a simple blood test could tell a patient if he or she will develop Alzheimer...

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