Alzheimer's disease has a cure in form of diabetes drug
Alzheimer`s is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Mar 09, 2017, 11:20 AM IST
High-sugar diet can cause Alzheimer's disease
Researchers from the University of Bath and King's College London claim that this is the first concrete evidence to explain why abnormally high blood sugar levels, or hyperglycaemia, have an impact on cognitive function.
Feb 24, 2017, 13:39 PM IST
Only 10% dementia cases get diagnosed in India; more awareness required
There is an urgent requisite for dementia awareness in India, since diagnosis is getting affected.
Feb 23, 2017, 17:11 PM IST
Do you know the bacteria in your gut may accelerate Alzheimer's? - Read
The researchers found that mice suffering from Alzheimer`s have a different composition of intestinal bacteria compared to mice that are healthy.
Feb 11, 2017, 13:04 PM IST
Eat grapes daily to prevent Alzheimer's disease
Who doesn't like to eat grapes? Well, everyone does as the fruit is not only delicious but also promotes many health benefits.
Feb 04, 2017, 14:44 PM IST
Vitamin A deficiency in would-be mothers can elevate Alzheimer's risk for child
The findings, published today in Acta Neuropathologica, indicate that early developmental stages are crucial periods during which brain tissue is "programmed" for the rest of a person`s life.
Jan 28, 2017, 10:46 AM IST
This new drug may win battle against Alzheimer's disease – Read
The drug SAK3 is now in the preclinical stage of drug development and clinical trials are expected to begin in the next few years, the researchers said.
Jan 27, 2017, 13:31 PM IST
Alzheimer's disease: Meditation, music may help reverse early memory loss in older adults
For the study, researchers analysed 60 older adults who were assigned to either a beginner meditation (Kirtan Kriya) or music listening programme and asked to practice 12 minutes/day for 12 weeks.
Jan 23, 2017, 12:47 PM IST
Concussions may accelerate Alzheimer's disease: Study
Of particular note was that these brain abnormalities were found in a relatively young group, with the average age being 32 years old.
Jan 15, 2017, 17:46 PM IST
Antidepressant may up hip fracture risk in elderly
The study found that even in people without Alzheimer's, the regular use of antidepressants was associated with two times higher risk of hip fracture among controls.
Jan 12, 2017, 14:47 PM IST
Alzheimer's drug to help boost natural tooth repair
Currently, dentists use man-made cements or fillings, such as calcium and silicon-based products, to treat larger cavities and fill holes in teeth.
Jan 09, 2017, 21:40 PM IST
These superfoods help prevent Alzheimer's disease!
Alzheimer is a disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Jan 09, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
Ancient protective DNA can elevate Alzheimer's risk in humans
A gene mutation that protect ancient humans has become a threat for the modern humans, making them prone to the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's.
Jan 01, 2017, 22:13 PM IST
Novel Alzheimer's drug restores memory loss, prolongs life in mice
Advancing the fight against Alzheimer's disease, scientists have in a breakthrough study, identified a new drug target that could not only improve symptoms of brain degeneration, but also extend the life-span in terminally ill mice.
Dec 22, 2016, 00:18 AM IST
Now, 'sniff' to detect Alzheimer's disease in its early stages!
Neurologists have been eager to find new ways to identify people who are at high risk of Alzheimer's dementia but do not yet show any symptoms.
Dec 21, 2016, 14:37 PM IST
Indian researchers find blood protein that paves way for potential Alzheimer's drug design
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is characterised by extensive loss of neurons and deposition of amyloid beta peptide in the form of plaques.
Dec 09, 2016, 11:05 AM IST
Reduced bone density one of the first indicators of Alzheimer's disease!
Further, early bone loss and serotonin deficiency in Alzheimer's may tell us something very important about how we approach diagnosis and treatment, the researchers noted.
Dec 05, 2016, 21:43 PM IST
Alzheimer's disease: Some warning signs that everyone should keep in mind
There are many reasons for memory loss, including deficiency of vitamin B12, and brain, thyroid, kidney, or liver disorders.
Nov 18, 2016, 18:14 PM IST
Fatty food may elevate mental problems in kids
Love to binge on fatty foods such as oily samosas and cheese-laden pizzas? Beware, as a new study warns that such children may be at risk of developing cognitive and psychiatric problems such as schizophrenia or Alzheimer's disease in their adulthood.
Nov 16, 2016, 19:08 PM IST
Smell test may help identify people at Alzheimer's risk
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in the US have developed a method to identify those at risk for Alzheimer's disease on the basis of their ability to recognise and recall odours.
Nov 16, 2016, 00:32 AM IST
