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·March 28, 2021·2 min read

Signals From Muscle Protect From Dementia

Mimicking a muscular stress system can provide neuroprotection against aging in both the brain and retina. The signal helps prevent the buildup of misfolded protein aggregates.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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·March 23, 2021·4 min read

Exercise Boosts Blood Flow to the Brain

Exercise helps increase blood flow to the brain in older adults with mild memory loss.

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·March 17, 2021·4 min read

At 45, Some People Are Already on the Path to the Frailties of Old Age

Researchers say those who were 45 and show more signs of aging, including cognitive problems, skin wrinkles, and a decrease in cardiovascular health, are at increased risk of dementia and other frailties associated with old age.

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·March 9, 2021·4 min read

A Single Head Injury Increases Dementia Risk Later in Life

A single head injury can increase the risk of developing dementia, especially in women. Suffering more than one head injury increases the risk further, a new study reports.

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·March 5, 2021·3 min read

New Test Enables Rapid Detection of Mild Cognitive Impairment as Well as Dementia

A new computerized assessment appears to be effective in screening for mild cognitive impairment and dementia within five minutes.

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·February 26, 2021·3 min read

Exercise May Help Slow Memory Loss for People Living With Alzheimer’s Dementia

Embarking on a six-month aerobic exercise regime may help reduce cognitive decline for older adults living with Alzheimer's disease.

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·February 25, 2021·2 min read

How Amyloid Beta Contributes to Loss of Smell in Alzheimer’s Disease

Regions of the olfactory system in mice with higher amyloid beta expression exhibited lower activation of olfactory sensory neurons and decreased odor detection.

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·February 24, 2021·3 min read

People With Depression and Anxiety May Develop Alzheimer’s at Younger Age

People with depression and anxiety may be at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease earlier than those without the conditions. On average, people with depression developed Alzheimer's symptoms two years earlier, and those with anxiety three years earlier, than those who did not suffer from the mental health disorders.

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·February 23, 2021·5 min read

Fear of Memory Loss Impacts Well-Being and Quality of Life

Older adults with higher fear of memory loss and dementia report a significant decrease in their quality of life and reported more failures in memory.