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·September 7, 2024·5 min read

Tau Levels Predict Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer's disease (AD) progression varies based on the presence of tau and amyloid-beta (Aβ) proteins in the brain. Patients with high levels of both tau and Aβ experience rapid memory decline, while those with high Aβ but low tau show a slower progression. The research emphasizes that tau levels are crucial for diagnosing and managing AD effectively. This insight could lead to more personalized treatment strategies as biomarker technology advances.

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·September 9, 2021·4 min read

Link Between ADHD and Dementia Across Generations

People with ADHD had a 34% higher risk of developing dementia than those without the disorder. The risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's, the most common type of dementia, was 55% higher for those with ADHD.

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·October 16, 2020·3 min read

Study Explains the Process That Exacerbates Multiple Sclerosis

Recovery from multiple sclerosis-like symptoms in mice depends upon the ability for microglia to break down the remains of damaged cells.

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·August 15, 2019·2 min read

New pain organ discovered in the skin

In a groundbreaking finding, researchers have identified a new sensory organ under the skin that can detect pain as a result of impact or pinpricks. The organ comprises of glial cells with multiple long protrusions which collectively make up the mesh-like organ under the skin.