A finger-prick test may help detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier
Researchers found that finger prick tests may be effective for diagnosing and monitoring Alzheimer’s disease remotely. Another study found that blood tests deliver over 85% accuracy in Alzheimer’s diagnosis, whereas primary care physicians have around 55% accuracy. Blood tests may both increase the accuracy and accessibility of Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and monitoring. Around 6 […]
Could a new biosensor be the future of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diagnostics?
Researchers have developed a new biosensor that can detect structural changes in proteins indicative of neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. The sensor could aid early diagnosis of various conditions and help personalize treatment options. Further tests are needed to understand how accurate the biosensor is in real-life settings. Neurodegenerative conditions occur when […]
Could a new blood biomarker help predict Alzheimer’s risk?
Reactive astrocytes, a type of brain cell, could help scientists understand why some people with healthy cognition and amyloid-β deposits in their brains do not develop other signs of Alzheimer’s, such as tangled tau proteins. A study with over 1,000 participants looked at biomarkers and found that amyloid-β was only linked to increased levels of […]
Could sugar consumption impact the risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
High blood sugar levels are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but the specific cellular mechanisms behind this link were previously unclear. Now, a new study looking at ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels, which regulate cell activity based on energy levels, has shed light on the connection. Researchers found that these channels are present […]
Obesity linked to 21 genes related to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 55 million people have dementia. Obesity is a known modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease — a type of dementia affecting an estimated 32 million people globally. In addition, researchers from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have found 21 of 74 known genes related to Alzheimer’s disease are also linked to […]
Could fructose contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s?
Researchers have largely focused on the accumulation of abnormal aggregates of the beta-amyloid and tau proteins in the brain as causal factors in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, but treatments targeting these protein aggregates have shown limited success. Individuals with Alzheimer’s disease show several metabolic changes in the brain, including lower glucose (sugar) metabolism and depletion […]
How Obesity May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers say obesity can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers say obesity, especially in middle age, can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Experts note that obesity can also heighten the risk of other conditions, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. They say maintaining a healthy weight can be achieved […]
What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Subscribe to E-News to learn how you can help those affected by Alzheimer’s. Understanding Alzheimer’s and dementia Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and other cognitive […]
Alzheimer’s study reveals 42 new genes that may drive risk
An international team of researchers has identified 75 genes linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, including 42 genes previously not associated with the disease. They also discovered a connection between the protein Tumour Necrosis Factor alpha (TNF-alpha) and Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers believe their findings may help illuminate potential therapeutic pathways. Although Alzheimer’s disease does not […]
Drinking coffee may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, although treatment and lifestyle changes can slow its progression. A new Australian study suggests that higher coffee intake might be linked to a slower rate of cognitive decline. There was also an association between higher coffee intake and slower accumulation of amyloid deposits in the brain. More […]