FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 19, 2020·5 min readGenetic Link to Molecular Events That Precede Symptoms in Alzheimer’s Disease FoundResearchers have identified a molecular mechanism that disrupts the flow of enzymes in axons, results in the accumulation of amyloid plaques.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·November 18, 2020·4 min readIncreased Risk of Dementia in LGBTQ CommunityStress and depression may increase the risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older members of the LGBTQ community, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 13, 2020·5 min readLink Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Gut Microbiota Is ConfirmedStudy confirms an association between an imbalance in gut bacteria and the development of amyloid plaques in the brains of humans.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 11, 2020·2 min readLink Between Sleep Apnea and Increased Risk of DementiaSevere obstructive sleep apnea is linked to an increase of the amyloid beta protein, resulting in a greater risk of sufferers developing dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 26, 2020·5 min readHard Physical Work Significantly Increases the Risk of DementiaThose who work in physically demanding jobs have a 55% higher risk of developing dementia than those who have more sedentary careers.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 22, 2020·3 min readBacterial Metabolism of Dietary Soy May Lower Risk Factor for DementiaStudy reports a metabolite produced following the consumption of dietary soy may lower risk factors for dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 21, 2020·2 min readCommunity Noise May Affect Dementia RiskPeople living in areas with high levels of daytime noise had a 36% higher risk of being diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, and a 30% increased risk of Alzheimer's disease than those living in quieter neighborhoods.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Videos·October 15, 2020·3 min readLack of Interest Linked With Increased Risk of DementiaPeople who experience severe apathy have a significantly higher risk of developing dementia, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 12, 2020·3 min readBrain Regions With Impaired Blood Flow Have Higher Tau LevelsImpaired blood flow to specific areas of the brain coincides with Tau buildup in Alzheimer's patients. As cognition declines, the relationship between vascular dysfunction and Tau accumulation strengthens.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 7, 2020·3 min readDoes General Anesthesia Increase Dementia Risk?Researchers report there is no increased risk of being diagnosed with dementia in those who received general anesthesia compared to those who didn't.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 23, 2020·6 min readMetformin Treatment Linked to Slowed Cognitive DeclineMetformin, a drug commonly used to treat diabetes, slows cognitive decline and reduces dementia risk in older people with diabetes.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·September 20, 2020·5 min readPTSD May Double Risk of DementiaPeople with PTSD were more than twice as likely to develop dementia than the general population.Read More