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·June 1, 2016·3 min read

Long-Term Memory Test Could Aid Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

A combination of neuroimaging and long term memory tests could help with the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

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·May 19, 2016·3 min read

Immune Cells May Protect Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers report microglia may actually protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease by containing the spread of amyloid plaques.

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·May 10, 2016·5 min read

Eating Seafood Once a Week Could Slow Memory Loss

According to a new study, eating seafood and other Omega 3 rich foods at least once a week could help stave off age related memory loss.

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·April 21, 2016·5 min read

Link Between Cognitive Decline Genes and Healthy Aging

Researchers report on a possible link between long term cognitive health and protection from some chronic diseases.

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·April 19, 2016·4 min read

Can A Protein Reverse Alzheimer’s Symptoms in One Week?

Researchers report IL-33 can reduce memory and cognitive problems associated with Alzheimer's disease within one week of treatment in mice. Additionally, IL-33 can reduce the number and size of amyloid plaques.

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·March 29, 2016·4 min read

Vascular Brain Injury is Evident in People in Their 40s

A new study shows people as young as in their 40s are suffering from stiffening of the arteries, which is associated with structural brain damage implicated in Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 24, 2016·3 min read

Tooth Loss Increases Risk of Dementia and Reduced Cognitive Function

A new study shows an association between tooth loss and diminished cognitive function in adults.

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·March 22, 2016·3 min read

Infrequent Computer Use May Be An Indicator of Early Cognitive Decline

A new study reports on a significant correlation between infrequent daily computer use and smaller hippocampal volume, an indicator of an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.