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GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may pivot to treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Posted on February 2, 2024 by Bronwyn Thompson

Scientists are still discovering the potential medical 'superpowers' of GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs

In yet another surprise attribute of the new class of obesity drugs, scientists have found that GLP-1 receptor agonists can also subdue brain inflammation, giving them a potential ‘superpower’ in the fight against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.

Category: Medical, Science

Tags: University of Toronto, Ozempic, GLP1, Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Inflammatory, Brain, Dementia

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First evidence of human-to-human transmission of Alzheimer’s disease

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Rich Haridy

Some patients treated with a type of human growth hormone collected from deceased individuals were found to develop signs of Alzheimer's disease at unusually young ages

A team of researchers at University College London has reported the first-ever clear evidence of human-to-human transmission of Alzheimer’s disease. Across a handful of extraordinarily rare case studies the researchers demonstrated how a human growth hormone treatment transplanted toxic proteins into children and caused the development of early-onset Alzheimer’s.

Category: Science

Tags: Alzheimer’s Disease, Brain, University College London, Neurological, Dementia

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MRI ‘signature’ may reveal dementia 5-to-10 years before symptoms appear

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul McClure

Comparing the brain MRIs of people with and without dementia, researchers have identified an accurate ‘signature’ that may signal a person’s risk of developing the disease five to 10 years before symptoms appear. The novel biomarker could provide an ea… Continue reading MRI ‘signature’ may reveal dementia 5-to-10 years before symptoms appear→

Rogue protein linked to early-onset dementia identified

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

A visualization of the structure of TAF15 amyloid filaments (in yellow), as detected by cryo-EM in the brains of four dementia patients

Scientists have identified odd clusters of a specific protein in the brains of people with early-onset dementia, pointing to a potential cause, a diagnostic tool and, ultimately, a therapy target for a disease that’s been largely a mystery to researchers.

Category: Medical, Science

Tags: Medical Research Council, Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Protein, Brain, Neuroscience, Neurological

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Twice-daily brain zaps may boost ‘rewiring’ & functioning in Alzheimer’s

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Paul McClure

A study found that twice-daily non-invasive electrical stimulation improved brain functioning in patients with Alzheimer's disease

Research has found that non-invasively applying a mild electrical current to the brain twice a day for six weeks improved cognitive functioning and plasticity, the ability of the brain to ‘rewire’ itself, in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. The treatment may be an effective way of reducing – or even reversing – the effects of the condition.

Category: Medical, Science

Tags: Alzheimer’s Disease, Electricity, Brain, Neurological, Dementia

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Certain personality traits could help protect against dementia

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Paul McClure

Possessing certain personality traits increases the risk of a dementia diagnosis, while others lessen it, research has found

New research has found that some personality traits increase the risk of a dementia diagnosis, whereas others reduce it. Interestingly, no consistent association was seen between personality and dementia-related brain pathology. The findings suggest that targeting personality traits in interventions earlier in life may be a way of reducing dementia risk in the long term.

Category: Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle

Tags: Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Personality, UC Davis

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Too much ‘good’ cholesterol could be bad for dementia, says study

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Michael Franco

It’s generally considered a good thing to have elevated levels of HDL cholesterol, also commonly referred to as “good” cholesterol. But new research indicates that when those HDL levels climb too high, dementia could be an unwanted side effect.Continue… Continue reading Too much ‘good’ cholesterol could be bad for dementia, says study→