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·November 3, 2022·4 min read

The Brain’s Immune Cell Response in Alzheimer’s Disease

Deletion of the neurodegenerative disease associated microglial gene CX3CR1 aggravated the disease state and increased the accumulation of plaques in the brains of mouse models of Alzheimer's disease. Deficiencies of the gene also impaired the movement of microglia toward the plaques.

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·October 28, 2022·4 min read

Nose Picking Could Increase Risk for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

The Chlamydia pneumoniae bacteria can travel directly from olfactory nerve in the nose and into the brain, forcing brain cells to deposit amyloid beta and inducing Alzheimer's pathologies. Researchers say protecting the lining of the nose by not picking or plucking nasal hairs can help lower Alzheimer's risks.

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·October 27, 2022·4 min read

Crossword Puzzles Beat Computer Video Games in Slowing Memory Loss

Crossword puzzles have an edge over computerized memory games in improving memory function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.

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·October 25, 2022·4 min read

Gene Involved in Neuronal Structure and Function May Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Overexpression of KIF11, a gene associated with the structure and function of neurons, prevents and protects against cognitive decline in both mouse models and humans with Alzheimer's disease pathologies. Boosting KIF11 expression could be beneficial in preventing cognitive decline, and boosting learning and memory in Alzheimer's patients.

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·October 25, 2022·5 min read

Best Evidence Yet That Lowering Blood Pressure Can Prevent Dementia

Results imply a linear relationship between blood pressure reduction and lower dementia risk in adults aged 69 and older.

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·October 24, 2022·6 min read

One in 10 Older Americans Has Dementia

A new study reveals that 10% of adults over the age of 65 in the USA have dementia, while another 22% suffer from mild cognitive impairment.

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·October 24, 2022·4 min read

Oxytocin Derivative Improves Cognitive Impairment in Alzheimer’s

An intranasally delivered oxytocin derivative helped improve cognitive function and reduced cognitive impairment in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.

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·October 18, 2022·5 min read

Absence of Biomarker Profiles Typical of Alzheimer’s Disease

Findings highlight the need to continue developing new disease-modifying treatments with different mechanisms of action for patients with Alzheimer's disease.

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·October 17, 2022·4 min read

Timely Interventions for Depression Might Lower the Future Risk of Dementia

Symptomatic depression increases the risk of developing dementia by 51%, but those being treated for depression had a significantly lower risk of being diagnosed with depression later in life.

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·October 17, 2022·3 min read

A New Protein That May Contribute to Alzheimer’s Disease Identified

The GM2A protein reduces neural firing and induces a loss of neurite integrity.

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·October 13, 2022·5 min read

Memory and Logic Test Detects Dementia Signs up to Nine Years Ahead of Diagnosis

People who later developed Alzheimer's disease scored poorly on memory and logic-based tests, as well as reaction times and grip tests. They were also more likely to have experienced a fall within the past 12 months. Those who developed PSP were twice as likely to experience a fall.