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Simple test predicts Alzheimer’s risk, 20 years before symptoms show

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

Researcher Shankar Dutt with a new diagnostic tool that can isolate proteins from other biomolecules in the blood to search for signs of early neurodegeneration

Australian National University (ANU) physicists have combined nanotechnology, artificial intelligence and molecular biology to design a novel method that looks for Alzheimer’s disease protein markers in blood. These markers are tell-tale signs of early neurodegeneration, and early detection is so far the best defense we have in order to effectively intervene in Alzheimer’s progression. While there’s no cure for the disease, a 20-year jump on symptoms first appearing has the potential to significantly change health outcomes.

Category: Medical, Science

Tags: Australian National University, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Neuroscience, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Nano, Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

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Untreated high blood pressure in over-60s increases dementia risk by 42%

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Paul McClure

A new study has found that people over 60 with untreated high blood pressure have a greatly increased risk of developing dementia compared to those who take blood pressure medication. The findings suggest that maintaining treatment for high blood press… Continue reading Untreated high blood pressure in over-60s increases dementia risk by 42%→

Turmeric as effective for acid reflux as pharmacy drugs, trial shows

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

The spice that can instantly stain an amateur chef’s kitchen benches, hands and clothes bright yellow has again shown it may be punching above its weight in other ways, with a clinical trial showing it can curb acid reflux as well as common medications… Continue reading Turmeric as effective for acid reflux as pharmacy drugs, trial shows→

Scientists uncover new pathway of Alzheimer’s disease progression

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

Scientists have found that within the brain's white matter, which is made up of myelinated axons, a specific kind of cell death can accelerate cognitive decline

Scientists have discovered how a unique kind of cell death, due to iron toxicity, creates a snowball effect that advances cognitive decline. With this finding, a whole new approach to treatment could be developed.

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Tags: Oregon Health and Science University, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Brain, Cells, Nerves, Neurological, Neuroscience

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New “calculator” identifies 14-year dementia risk from 50 onwards

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Paul McClure

Researchers have developed a new risk ‘calculator’ that identifies people in midlife at risk of developing dementia in the next 14 years, outperforming existing scores. Moreover, it’s based on 11 key risk factors, many of them modifiable.Continue Readi… Continue reading New “calculator” identifies 14-year dementia risk from 50 onwards→

Four gut disorders associated with increased Parkinson’s risk

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Paul McClure

A study has found that four gut disorders are associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease

A new study has found that particular gastrointestinal disorders are associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The research provides further evidence to support the hypothesis that the neurodegenerative disorder begins in the gut.

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Tags: Parkinson’s Disease, Mayo Clinic, Neurological, Dementia

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FDA rushes approval of dementia drug that quadruples risk of death

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Paul McClure

Questions have been raised after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently fast-tracked its approval of brexpiprazole (Rexulti), an antipsychotic for treating agitation in dementia patients, when clinical studies demonstrated an increased risk… Continue reading FDA rushes approval of dementia drug that quadruples risk of death→

Intermittent fasting alleviates debilitating Alzheimer’s symptoms

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Bronwyn Thompson

This confocal microscopy image shows amyloid plaques (blue and red) in the brain of a mouse – the accumulation of amyloid plaques is so far the most well-documented biochemical hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease

Six million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, with numbers expected to jump to around 13 million by 2050. This doesn’t take into account the many more millions of loved ones whose lives are also upended by the progressive neurodegenerative disease.

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Tags: university-of-california-san-diego, Alzheimer’s Disease, Circadian Rhythms, Insomnia, Neurological, Dementia, Protein, Brain, Diet

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