An experimental drug that may improve memory is being tested in a phase 1 safety trial.
Study: Dementia incidence may be declining
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 10, 2016
Despite concern about a potential increase of cases of dementia in an aging population over the next few decades, a new study suggests that the rate of new cases of dementia actually may be decreasing.
Wayfinding issues may be first sign of Alzheimer’s: research
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 25, 2016
People who have difficulty finding their way around may be showing the earliest signs of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. The study provides hope that one day a navigation skill test...
Meditation, music may prevent or slow cognitive decline: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 29, 2017
Meditating or listening to music may prevent or slow cognitive decline in older adults, according to new research.
Does cancer protect against Alzheimer’s?
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 09, 2016
New research explores whether what causes cancer in some people may protect them from developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s brain effects can differ between racial groups
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 16, 2015
Alzheimer’s disease may cause different changes in the brain in African-Americans than in white Americans of European descent, according to new study.
Senators ask president for more Alzheimer’s funding
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 02, 2018
A group of 14 senators led by Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME), founder and co-chair of the Senate Alzheimer’s Task Force, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) on Wednesday asked President Trump to boost funding...
Memory complaints may signal future impairment: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 28, 2015
Don’t ignore residents who complain of memory problems. New research explains the reason.
Senators call for more Alzheimer’s funding
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 06, 2017
Sens. Susan Collins (R-ME) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and 10 other senators, in a bipartisan letter Friday, urged President Donald Trump to increase current funding for Alzheimer’s disease research...
Exercise may delay brain deterioration in those at risk of Alzheimer’s, study finds
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 18, 2019
Exercising several times a week may delay brain deterioration in those who are at high risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.