Early stage dementia patients referred to specialists are institutionalized twice as often

by Clément Pimouguet, Phd.,IOS PressA new epidemiologic study showed that patients with early stage dementia, who had been referred to a specialist, have twice the risk of institutionalization c

Updated on: February 27,2024

Early stage dementia patients referred to specialists are institutionalized twice as often

by Clément Pimouguet, Phd.,IOS PressA new epidemiologic study showed that patients with early stage dementia, who had been referred to a specialist, have twice the risk of institutionalization c

Updated on:February 27,2024

New, non-opioid molecule acts like a long-lasting anesthetic, relieving chronic pain for three weeks

Updated on: July 05,2025

New, non-opioid molecule acts like a long-lasting anesthetic, relieving chronic pain for three weeks

Updated on:July 05,2025

Diabetes, heart disease, smoking increase risk of death for older adults with dementia

by American Geriatrics SocietyDementia (a decline in memory and other mental abilities) is a serious condition, and its prognosis (the likely course of the disease) is marked by progressive loss of co

Updated on: February 27,2024

Diabetes, heart disease, smoking increase risk of death for older adults with dementia

by American Geriatrics SocietyDementia (a decline in memory and other mental abilities) is a serious condition, and its prognosis (the likely course of the disease) is marked by progressive loss of co

Updated on:February 27,2024

Changes in Alzheimer biomarkers tied to withdrawal of positive airway pressure for obstructive sleep apnea

For patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), withdrawal of positive airway pressure (PAP) is associated with changes in plasma Alzheimer disease biomarkers, according to a study published o

Updated on: April 10,2024

Changes in Alzheimer biomarkers tied to withdrawal of positive airway pressure for obstructive sleep apnea

For patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), withdrawal of positive airway pressure (PAP) is associated with changes in plasma Alzheimer disease biomarkers, according to a study published o

Updated on:April 10,2024

Children born before 34 weeks show lasting cognitive lag behind peers

Updated on: May 13,2025

Children born before 34 weeks show lasting cognitive lag behind peers

Updated on:May 13,2025

Centenarian neuroscientist inspires blueprint for vibrant longevity through mentorship and connection

Updated on: September 28,2025

Centenarian neuroscientist inspires blueprint for vibrant longevity through mentorship and connection

Updated on:September 28,2025

AI finds key signs that predict patient survival across dementia types

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalSurvival Analysis Based On Dementia Subtypes. Credit: Zhang & Song et al., Communications MedicineResearchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and oth

Updated on: March 08,2024

AI finds key signs that predict patient survival across dementia types

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalSurvival Analysis Based On Dementia Subtypes. Credit: Zhang & Song et al., Communications MedicineResearchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and oth

Updated on:March 08,2024

Neurons use built-in 'backup batteries' that fuel the brain under stress

Updated on: August 06,2025

Neurons use built-in 'backup batteries' that fuel the brain under stress

Updated on:August 06,2025

Study finds psychedelics can reverse neuroimmune interactions that boost fear

Updated on: May 14,2025

Study finds psychedelics can reverse neuroimmune interactions that boost fear

Updated on:May 14,2025

'One-drop' blood test study funded by Alzheimer's and Down syndrome organizations

by Alzheimer's AssociationThere is increasing evidence that the brain changes of Alzheimer's disease begin decades before memory and thinking problems occur, prompting the need for better meth

Updated on: February 27,2024

'One-drop' blood test study funded by Alzheimer's and Down syndrome organizations

by Alzheimer's AssociationThere is increasing evidence that the brain changes of Alzheimer's disease begin decades before memory and thinking problems occur, prompting the need for better meth

Updated on:February 27,2024

Sex-specific brain changes reveal how early stress builds resilience in female mice

Updated on: May 09,2025

Sex-specific brain changes reveal how early stress builds resilience in female mice

Updated on:May 09,2025

Researchers use AI to predict, detect Alzheimer's disease

by West Virginia UniversityWest Virginia University researchers are using artificial intelligence tools to detect Alzheimer's disease in its early stages, as well as determine risk factors an

Updated on: March 08,2024

Researchers use AI to predict, detect Alzheimer's disease

by West Virginia UniversityWest Virginia University researchers are using artificial intelligence tools to detect Alzheimer's disease in its early stages, as well as determine risk factors an

Updated on:March 08,2024