Alzheimers Disease
Latest about Alzheimers & Dementia
Eye Scan May Detect Early Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
By Christopher Wanjek published
An eye-scan technique may detect the early signs of Alzheimer's disease, before major symptoms appear, a new report says.
What Really Causes Alzheimer's? New Idea Points to Germs
By Melinda Wenner Moyer published
A journal article says herpes virus and Lyme disease bacteria are behind the mind-robbing illness, but not all researchers are convinced.
Brain Scans Show How Alzheimer's Emerges
By Christopher Wanjek published
For the first time, scientists have used brain scans to track the development of Alzheimer's disease in adults with no symptoms.
Alzheimer's, Stroke and Heart Disease Death Rates Rise Slightly
By Laura Geggel published
The rates of death from a number of maladies, including heart disease, stroke and Alzheimer's, were higher in 2015 than in 2014, a new report finds.
Head Trauma Linked to Same 'Plaques' Seen in Alzheimer's
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
People with brain injuries may have a buildup of the same plaques in their brains seen in people with Alzheimer's disease, a small, new study suggests.
7 Ways Friendships Are Great for Your Health
By Stephanie Pappas published
Having a friend can do great things for your physical health.
Novel Chemical 'Washes Away' Alzheimer's Plaque in Mice
By Christopher Wanjek published
Researchers have found a molecule that breaks down the clumps of protein linked with Alzheimer's disease.
Robin Williams' Death: What Is Lewy Body Dementia?
By Tia Ghose published
Robin Williams may have committed suicide because he had a condition known as Lewy body dementia, in which an abnormal buildup of brain proteins cause progressive cognitive declines.
Could Red-Wine Compound Resveratrol Help Treat Alzheimer's Disease?
By Rachael Rettner published
A compound found in red wine that's been theorized to have anti-aging effects appears to be safe for people with Alzheimer's disease, and may point to a new way to treat the disease.
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