Blocking a key enzyme may help reverse memory loss
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John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2017
Interfering with the enzyme that blocks communication between brain cells may help reverse Alzheimer’s-related memory loss, MIT researchers have found.
Benzodiazepines identified as latest Alzheimer’s risk
By
John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2018
Benzodiazepine use may modestly increase the odds your residents will get Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.
Blood test could track whether Alzheimer’s drugs are working
By
John O'Connor
Apr 29, 2019
A simple blood test might reveal whether medications being used to treat Alzheimer’s disease are actually working, scientists have found.
Compounds found in green tea and carrots may help reverse Alzheimer’s symptoms
By
John O'Connor
Mar 18, 2019
The latest tool in the fight against Alzheimer’s might be a cup of tea and a slice of carrot cake. Researchers at the University of California recently found that compounds in green tea and carrots reversed...
Alzheimer’s finding a real eye-opener
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John O'Connor
Aug 01, 2015
Extra sleep can help fruit flies overcome Alzheimer’s disease-like memory problems, according to new research out of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
Step up efforts to combat Alzheimer’s disease, experts urge
By
John O'Connor
May 29, 2018
Expanded efforts to understand and treat Alzheimer’s disease will be essential to unlocking its cure, according to experts at a national summit.
Game theory: New approach shows promise for memories
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John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2016
By playing three-dimensional video games, seniors can boost the formation of memories, according to neurobiologists at the University of California in Irvine.
Negative beliefs about aging a self-fulfilling prophecy?
By
John O'Connor
Dec 11, 2015
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found that individuals who hold negative beliefs about aging are more likely to have brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers: Replace TV with exercise
By
John O'Connor
Dec 01, 2015
Considering TV-watching an activity could be dangerous to your residents’ health.
Telemonitoring savings not significant
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2015
Despite new research suggesting that a majority of U.S. adults — 56% — now embrace using a connected device at home to monitor health and share data with caregivers, telemedicine might not be the savior...