Alzheimer's Disease
Stomach Bug Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
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Summary: A new study reveals a potential link between Helicobacter pylori infection and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Analyzing three decades ...
Brain Cell Genetics Illuminate Alzheimer’s Disease Pathways
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Summary: Researchers made a significant advance in understanding Alzheimer’s disease (AD) by pinpointing how specific brain cells contribute to different stages of ...
The Role of Protein Misfolding in Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Summary: Neurodegenerative diseases share a common factor: protein misfolding and deposits in the brain. Misfolded proteins can lead to toxic activity or ...
Link Between High Blood Pressure, Immune System, and Cognitive Decline Revealed
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Summary: Immune system cells’ response in the brain’s protective covering may contribute to cognitive decline in individuals with chronic high blood pressure. ...
Personality Traits: A Surprising Factor in Dementia Risk
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Summary: Researchers revealed that certain personality traits, such as conscientiousness, extraversion, and positive affect, can reduce the likelihood of a dementia diagnosis. ...
Alzheimer’s Affects Brain Networks Beyond Memory
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Summary: Researchers discovered that Alzheimer’s-related changes in brain networks extend beyond memory and attention, impacting sensory and motor circuits. These findings challenge ...
Mutation in Brain’s Immune Cells Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
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Summary: A genetic mutation affecting microglia, the brain’s immune cells, can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease up to threefold. The mutation, ...
The surprising reason it’s vital to keep your gums healthy
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In some cases, pocket surgery may be done, in which small incisions are made in the gums to allow a portion of ...
Hippocampus Shrinkage Linked to Cognitive Decline Beyond Alzheimer’s
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Summary: A new study indicates that hippocampal shrinkage in the brain is associated with cognitive decline, independent of amyloid-beta plaques, a key ...
Six myths about dementia – the misunderstood condition
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Rowe points out that statistics show we have made real progress in preventing cases of dementia over the past two to three ...
