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·April 16, 2021·5 min read

Some Alzheimer’s Plaques May Be Protective, Not Destructive

Microglia creates dense-core plaques which help to clear away more wispy plaques from neurons, preventing cell death. Findings suggest the dense-core plaques play a defensive role in protecting the brain from the ravages of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's. Read More

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·April 12, 2021·5 min read

Imbalance in Gum Bacteria Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker

An increase in bad gum bacteria and a decrease in good bacteria is associated with amyloid-beta in cerebral spinal fluid samples of older adults. The findings add to the growing body of evidence linking periodontal disease to the development of Alzheimer's. Read More

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·April 11, 2021·3 min read

Treating Sleep Apnea May Reduce Dementia Risk

People with sleep apnea who were exposed to positive airway pressure therapy had a reduced risk of being diagnosed with dementia. Read More

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·April 9, 2021·6 min read

Fighting Dementia With Play

A newly developed play therapy platform is helping older adults with dementia improve a range of flagging cognitive skills from concentration to memory. Read More

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·April 9, 2021·3 min read

Aluminum Is Intricately Associated With the Neuropathology of Familial Alzheimer’s Disease

Study reveals aluminum is co-located with the tau protein in people with familial Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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·April 2, 2021·5 min read

Unusual Mechanism in Rare Mutation Associated With Alzheimer’s Uncovered

The S198P mutation causes APP to fold more quickly, allowing amyloid-beta peptides to produce from mature APP at a more rapid rate than from APP that does not contain the genetic mutation. The findings shed new light on genetic mutations associated with Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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·April 2, 2021·4 min read

Thirteen New Alzheimer’s Genes Identified

A new whole-genome sequencing study has revealed thirteen novel genes associated with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also found a new link between Alzheimer's and synaptic function. Read More

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·March 29, 2021·4 min read

Experimental Antibodies for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s May Cause Harmful Inflammation

A new study reveals some experimental antibody treatments for neurodegenerative disorders increase neuroinflammation. The effect was seen in human microglia, not mouse microglia. This may explain why mouse studies have shown these treatments to be effective, but the effect has not been replicated in human studies. Read More

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·March 27, 2021·4 min read

Common Alzheimer’s Treatment Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline

Cholinesterase inhibitors such as galantamine, donepezil, and rivastigmine, appear to generate persistent cognitive benefits, and increased longevity for up to five years in Alzheimer's patients. Read More

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·March 25, 2021·4 min read

Women Accumulate Alzheimer’s-Related Protein Faster

Study reports tau accumulation in the temporal lobe was 75% higher in women than men. Read More

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·March 24, 2021·3 min read

Repurposed Drug Improves Cognition in Alzheimer’s Patients

Sargramostim, a medication that boosts white blood cells following cancer treatment, appears to improve memory and cognition in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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·March 24, 2021·3 min read

Midlife Loneliness Is a Risk Factor for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease

Those who report feeling consistently lonely and socially isolated between the ages of 45 and 64 have an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. However, the risk can be reversed if people embark on activities to expand their social lives and become less lonely. Read More

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