‘How long can I live on my own?’ The pros and cons of new Alzheimer’s drugs
New drugs for early Alzheimer’s disease may allow people to live without help for up to 39 additional months, a new study ...
'One simple test made me realise I had dementia like Pauline Quirke'
It wasn't until Gail was asked to perform two simple tasks at her doctor's surgery that the reality truly hit home ...
Personalized hearing support shows promise in protecting brain health in older adults
A personalized intervention for hearing care could help protect cognitive health in older adults at risk of dementia, ...
'I'm a brain doctor – doing one simple exercise could transform your life'
Dr Daniel Amen, a renowned psychiatrist who has built a loyal following on social media, has shared the "miracle" brain ...
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Study breaks down Alzheimer's treatment effects in clear terms
In the past two years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved two novel Alzheimer's therapies, based on data from clinical trials showing that both drugs slowed the progression of the disease.
Brain rhythms can predict seizure risk in Alzheimer's disease patients, study finds
A UCLA Health research team has identified changes in brain rhythms that indicate seizure activity in Alzheimer's patients.
The exceptionally rare disease that causes holes to form in your brain
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is an extremely rare and fatal brain-wasting disease that's like a human version of "mad cow." ...
I was diagnosed with dementia like Pauline Quirke after doctor asked me one simple question
Pauline Quirke's dementia was diagnosed in 2021, with the Birds of a Feather star's husband Steven Sheen opening up about her ...
Early dementia blood test trial begins
It is based on initial research led by Dr Maura Malpetti, who received the Race Against Dementia Fellowship in 2021 from the ...
Early dementia blood test trial roll out begins
It is based on initial research led by Dr Maura Malpetti, who received the Race Against Dementia Fellowship in 2021 from the ...
Stopping Alzheimer’s Before It Starts: Landmark Trial Enrolls First Participants
WashU Medicine-led trial evaluating investigational drug from Eli Lilly and Company aims to stop disease before symptoms arise Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have ...