Neurology
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 ...
Smoking Linked to Brain Shrinkage, Irreversible Even After Quitting
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Summary: Researchers found that smoking causes the brain to shrink and age prematurely, a condition not reversible even after quitting smoking. The ...
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. ...
New Treatment for COVID-Induced Smell Loss
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Summary: A new study presents a promising treatment for restoring the sense of smell in long-COVID patients. The study explores the effectiveness ...
Hearing Loss Linked to Dementia
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Summary: Researchers discovered that hearing loss in older adults is associated with specific brain changes, potentially increasing dementia risk. Using hearing tests ...
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, ...
