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·November 12, 2015·5 min read

Experimental Alzheimer’s Drug Slows Clock on Key Aspects of Aging

Researchers discover an experimental Alzheimer's disease drug appears to slow key features of the aging process, including memory loss and improved a number of physiological features.

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·November 11, 2015·3 min read

Orchestra Boosts Mood and Confidence for People with Dementia

Mood and confidence boosted for people with dementia who join a special orchestra, a new report says.

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Featured Genetics

·November 11, 2015·4 min read

Brain Bleeding Risk for Men With Alzheimer’s Gene

A new study reports that even though women with the ApoE4 gene are at higher risk of developing dementia, men with the gene are at higher risk of brain hemorrhages.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·November 11, 2015·4 min read

Evidence of Genetic Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Obesity

A new study provides additional evidence of a genetic link between body weight and risk for developing neurodegenerative diseases.

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Featured Neurology Psychology

·November 8, 2015·3 min read

Could a Nicotine Patch Help Treat Memory Loss?

A new study will test the effectiveness of nicotine patches in improving memory loss in people with mild cognitive impairment.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·November 5, 2015·3 min read

Solution for Side Effects of Alzheimer’s Immunotherapy Treatment

According to researchers, small, precise changes in anti-amyloid antibodies preserve immunotherapeutic activity without the inflammatory side effects for Alzheimer's patients.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·November 4, 2015·4 min read

Harnessing the Immune System to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease

A new study reports the immune system could potentially be harnessed to help clear amyloid plaques in order to help in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.