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·June 1, 2023·3 min read

Sleep Apnea and Its Link to Alzheimer’s Associated Brain Changes

A new study uncovers a new link between sleep apnea and brain volume in Alzheimer's susceptible regions. The study found that people with Alzheimer's disease-linked amyloid plaques and severe sleep apnea were more likely to have reduced volumes in memory-associated regions of the brain, like the hippocampus.

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·May 17, 2023·4 min read

Regular Exercise Linked to Lower Parkinson’s Risk

Regular physical activity, from cycling and walking to gardening and household chores, may reduce the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The study found that women who exercised the most had a 25% lower rate of Parkinson’s disease compared to those who exercised the least. This study does not establish that exercise directly lowers the risk of developing Parkinson's disease, but it does show a significant association.

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·May 11, 2023·4 min read

Link Between Sleep Apnea, Deep Sleep Deficit, and Brain Health Risks

A new study reveals a potential link between sleep apnea, reduced time in deep sleep, and brain biomarkers associated with increased risk of conditions like stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, and cognitive decline.

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·April 26, 2023·3 min read

Long COVID’s Lingering Impact: Brain Function Changes Can Persist for Months

People with long COVID have abnormal brain activity during memory tests, months after their initial COVID-19 infection, with less activity in the regions normally used for memory tasks, but more activity in other areas of the brain. Although people who had COVID-19 had cognitive test scores similar to those who never had a history of coronavirus, those who had long COVID had greater brain activation on a working memory task compared to people without prior COVID-19 infections.

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·April 20, 2023·2 min read

Multiple Sclerosis Drug May Delay Earliest Symptoms

Early intervention with the multiple sclerosis treatment Teriflunomide delays the preliminary symptoms of the autoimmune disease, a new study reports. Those who took teriflunomide had a 72% lower risk of experiencing the initial symptoms of MS than those who took a placebo.

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·April 20, 2023·3 min read

Simple Memory Test Can Detect Likelihood of Cognitive Decline Years Later

A simple memory test can predict whether a person will experience cognitive decline and memory problems years in the future, a new study reports.

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·April 18, 2023·2 min read

Could Fixing a Problem With the Heart Be Good for Your Brain?

People with atrial fibrillation who were treated with catheter ablation may be at lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia than those who did not receive the treatment.

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·March 8, 2023·4 min read

MIND and Mediterranean Diets Associated With Fewer Alzheimer’s Plaques and Tangles

People who follow diets rich in leafy greens, olive oil, nuts, and fish, such as the MIND or Mediterranean diet, have fewer amyloid plaques and Tau tangles in their brains than those who follow a more conventional diet.