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Alzheimer's research: Inflammatory markers are conspicuous at an early stage

Alzheimer's research: Inflammatory markers are conspicuous at an early stage

by German Center for Neurodegenerative DiseasesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLong before the onset of dementia, there is evidence for increased activity of the brain's immune system. Resea

Alzheimer's research: Inflammatory markers are conspicuous at an early stage

by German Center for Neurodegenerative DiseasesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLong before the onset of dementia, there is evidence for increased activity of the brain's immune system. Resea
Key mechanisms in asymptomatic Alzheimer's disease brains offer potential protection against cognitive decline

Key mechanisms in asymptomatic Alzheimer's disease brains offer potential protection against cognitive decline

byIndiana UniversityMicroglia and astrocytic coverage around compact, intermediate, and filamentous amyloid plaques between AD and AsymAD cases. Credit:Acta Neuropathologica(2024). D

Key mechanisms in asymptomatic Alzheimer's disease brains offer potential protection against cognitive decline

byIndiana UniversityMicroglia and astrocytic coverage around compact, intermediate, and filamentous amyloid plaques between AD and AsymAD cases. Credit:Acta Neuropathologica(2024). D
Physicians debate best screening tools and practices for patients with potential dementia and cognitive impairment

Physicians debate best screening tools and practices for patients with potential dementia and cognitive impairment

by American College of PhysiciansCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a new Annals 'Beyond the Guideline's feature, two experts review the available evidence about cognitive impairment to

Physicians debate best screening tools and practices for patients with potential dementia and cognitive impairment

by American College of PhysiciansCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a new Annals 'Beyond the Guideline's feature, two experts review the available evidence about cognitive impairment to
Risk factors for dementia vary by ethnicity, study finds

Risk factors for dementia vary by ethnicity, study finds

by Public Library of ScienceModifiable risk factors—including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, low HDL cholesterol and sleep disorders—confer a higher risk of dementia for people in some minority

Risk factors for dementia vary by ethnicity, study finds

by Public Library of ScienceModifiable risk factors—including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, low HDL cholesterol and sleep disorders—confer a higher risk of dementia for people in some minority
Even mild depression puts a burden on Alzheimer's family caregivers

Even mild depression puts a burden on Alzheimer's family caregivers

by University of Eastern FinlandCaregiving for an Alzheimer's patient is especially burdensome for spousal and family caregivers who at the time of their near and dear one's Alzheimer&#39

Even mild depression puts a burden on Alzheimer's family caregivers

by University of Eastern FinlandCaregiving for an Alzheimer's patient is especially burdensome for spousal and family caregivers who at the time of their near and dear one's Alzheimer&#39
Dementia is a global challenge – a new report asks if anyone is ready to meet it?

Dementia is a global challenge – a new report asks if anyone is ready to meet it?

by University of BirminghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainA University of Birmingham report has concluded that national governments, health and social services, businesses, families and communities hav

Dementia is a global challenge – a new report asks if anyone is ready to meet it?

by University of BirminghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainA University of Birmingham report has concluded that national governments, health and social services, businesses, families and communities hav
Happiness in early adulthood may protect against dementia

Happiness in early adulthood may protect against dementia

by University of California, San FranciscoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile research has shown that poor cardiovascular health can damage blood flow to the brain increasing the risk for deme

Happiness in early adulthood may protect against dementia

by University of California, San FranciscoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile research has shown that poor cardiovascular health can damage blood flow to the brain increasing the risk for deme
New study shows updated stroke evaluation protocols increase patient access to lifesaving stroke treatment

New study shows updated stroke evaluation protocols increase patient access to lifesaving stroke treatment

by Society of NeuroInterventional SurgeryCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChanging standard procedures for evaluating and treating patients with suspected stroke has led to improved access to lifesav

New study shows updated stroke evaluation protocols increase patient access to lifesaving stroke treatment

by Society of NeuroInterventional SurgeryCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChanging standard procedures for evaluating and treating patients with suspected stroke has led to improved access to lifesav
Direct oral anticoagulants reduce dementia risk in Asian AFib patients compared to traditional blood thinners: Study

Direct oral anticoagulants reduce dementia risk in Asian AFib patients compared to traditional blood thinners: Study

by American College of CardiologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe use of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) was associated with a reduction in dementia risk compared to traditional blood thin

Direct oral anticoagulants reduce dementia risk in Asian AFib patients compared to traditional blood thinners: Study

by American College of CardiologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe use of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) was associated with a reduction in dementia risk compared to traditional blood thin
Incidence of dementia in primary care increased in the Netherlands over 23 years

Incidence of dementia in primary care increased in the Netherlands over 23 years

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe incidence of registered dementia cases has increased slightly over a 23-year period (1992 to 2014) in the Netherlands, according to a stud

Incidence of dementia in primary care increased in the Netherlands over 23 years

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe incidence of registered dementia cases has increased slightly over a 23-year period (1992 to 2014) in the Netherlands, according to a stud
Strawberries may fend off Alzheimer's

Strawberries may fend off Alzheimer's

byRush University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCould strawberries as a snack or in your cereal, salads or smoothie help protect your brain from Alzheimer's? Maybe so, according to

Strawberries may fend off Alzheimer's

byRush University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCould strawberries as a snack or in your cereal, salads or smoothie help protect your brain from Alzheimer's? Maybe so, according to