New figures show dementia is leading cause of death in England and Wales

by Alzheimer's Research UKNew figures released by the Office of National Statistics show that for the first time, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias are the leading cause of death fo

Updated on: March 07,2024

New figures show dementia is leading cause of death in England and Wales

by Alzheimer's Research UKNew figures released by the Office of National Statistics show that for the first time, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias are the leading cause of death fo

Updated on:March 07,2024

Is dementia on the decline? Research suggests it might be

by Allie Shah, Star Tribune (Minneapolis)Despite fears that the coming silver tsunami will trigger a dementia epidemic, a surprising new study suggests that it may be possible to delay - or even preve

Updated on: February 28,2024

Is dementia on the decline? Research suggests it might be

by Allie Shah, Star Tribune (Minneapolis)Despite fears that the coming silver tsunami will trigger a dementia epidemic, a surprising new study suggests that it may be possible to delay - or even preve

Updated on:February 28,2024

Alzheimer's disease: Five things to know

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAlzheimer's disease, a devastating neuro-degenerative condition that causes dementia, affects more than 30 million people worldwide and remains an illness for whi

Updated on: March 26,2024

Alzheimer's disease: Five things to know

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAlzheimer's disease, a devastating neuro-degenerative condition that causes dementia, affects more than 30 million people worldwide and remains an illness for whi

Updated on:March 26,2024

Pimavanserin reduced symptoms of dementia-related psychosis in phase 3 trial

by University of ExeterA large-scale trial has found a treatment with pimavanserin substantially reduced psychotic symptoms and reduced risk of relapse of those symptoms compared to placebo in pe

Updated on: March 07,2024

Pimavanserin reduced symptoms of dementia-related psychosis in phase 3 trial

by University of ExeterA large-scale trial has found a treatment with pimavanserin substantially reduced psychotic symptoms and reduced risk of relapse of those symptoms compared to placebo in pe

Updated on:March 07,2024

Precise map of primate foveolar cortex uncovers intricacies of brain's visual system

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressColor-coded responses to different visual stimuli. a, Activations to achromatic high-SF gratings (in cycles per degree). Yellow, SF11; purple, SF15; orange, SF18. b,

Updated on: January 14,2025

Precise map of primate foveolar cortex uncovers intricacies of brain's visual system

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressColor-coded responses to different visual stimuli. a, Activations to achromatic high-SF gratings (in cycles per degree). Yellow, SF11; purple, SF15; orange, SF18. b,

Updated on:January 14,2025

Discovery of molecular mechanism involved in early brain development provides insights into microcephaly pathogenesis

byTohoku UniversityAn overview of Kif23's involvement in embryonic brain development, highlighting how its deficiency disrupts cell division and potentially contribute to microcephaly. Credi

Updated on: December 12,2024

Discovery of molecular mechanism involved in early brain development provides insights into microcephaly pathogenesis

byTohoku UniversityAn overview of Kif23's involvement in embryonic brain development, highlighting how its deficiency disrupts cell division and potentially contribute to microcephaly. Credi

Updated on:December 12,2024

Brain stimulation did not improve impaired motor skills after stroke: Clinical trial

Updated on: February 28,2025

Brain stimulation did not improve impaired motor skills after stroke: Clinical trial

Updated on:February 28,2025

A common risk factor for Alzheimer's disease may predispose carriers to severe COVID-19

by University of HelsinkiCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study conducted at the University of Helsinki and the Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) suggests that the APOE4 allele may also increa

Updated on: April 08,2024

A common risk factor for Alzheimer's disease may predispose carriers to severe COVID-19

by University of HelsinkiCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study conducted at the University of Helsinki and the Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) suggests that the APOE4 allele may also increa

Updated on:April 08,2024

Visual mismatch negativity identified as a mechanism of Parkinson's disease psychosis

byKing's College LondonGraphical Abstract. Credit:Brain Communications(2024). DOI: 10.1093/braincomms/fcae291Reduced brain activity responding to unpredicted visual changes is a

Updated on: October 16,2024

Visual mismatch negativity identified as a mechanism of Parkinson's disease psychosis

byKing's College LondonGraphical Abstract. Credit:Brain Communications(2024). DOI: 10.1093/braincomms/fcae291Reduced brain activity responding to unpredicted visual changes is a

Updated on:October 16,2024

Professional classical musicians are not protected from dementia

by University of HelsinkiListening and practicing music have been reported to have many beneficial effects on human health. The effect of music on human brain has been previously studied in young

Updated on: March 07,2024

Professional classical musicians are not protected from dementia

by University of HelsinkiListening and practicing music have been reported to have many beneficial effects on human health. The effect of music on human brain has been previously studied in young

Updated on:March 07,2024

Brain exercise and training program to improve mind and body wellness in individuals with mild cognitive impairment

by Courtney Caprara,University of PittsburghIndividuals with mild cognitive impairment have a new resource in Pittsburgh with the recently establishedBrain Training and Exercise(BRiT

Updated on: March 07,2024

Brain exercise and training program to improve mind and body wellness in individuals with mild cognitive impairment

by Courtney Caprara,University of PittsburghIndividuals with mild cognitive impairment have a new resource in Pittsburgh with the recently establishedBrain Training and Exercise(BRiT

Updated on:March 07,2024

Cleaning up the air could help prevent Alzheimer's

by Dennis Thompson(HealthDay)—Air pollution causes you to gasp and wheeze. Smog puts strain on your hearts and inflames your lungs.Could dirty air also be costing you your brain health?A trio of new s

Updated on: July 04,2024

Cleaning up the air could help prevent Alzheimer's

by Dennis Thompson(HealthDay)—Air pollution causes you to gasp and wheeze. Smog puts strain on your hearts and inflames your lungs.Could dirty air also be costing you your brain health?A trio of new s

Updated on:July 04,2024