The Latest Breaking News from Alzheimer Disease

A new test could help to diagnose memory issues associated with Alzheimer’s disease in as little as three minutes. According to recently published findings the test, called the Fastball EEG test, may one day help doctors flag people who need further checks for Alzheimer’s disease without the need for unnecessary…

It’s crucial to consult a doctor if you notice these symptoms are interfering with daily life

Test detects memory problems linked to Alzheimer’s long before typical diagnosis, raising possibility of earlier drug intervention

Researchers say clinical trials are needed to determine the biological trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease

Analysis of blood samples finds women with the disease have 20% lower levels, a pattern not seen in men

People can get omega fatty acids as a supplement or by eating salmon, mackerel or sardines.

For nearly a decade, scientists from Harvard University have also been uncovering lithium’s unexpected importance in the brain

A new study could change the way we understand and treat dementia and other degenerative disorders of the brain

Over the past two centuries, vaccines have been critical for preventing infectious diseases. The World Health Organization estimates that vaccination prevents between 3 million and 5 million deaths annually from diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, influenza, measles and, more recently, COVID-19.

The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) issued a positive opinion on Friday recommending Eli Lilly and Co.’s (NYSE:LLY) donanemab for early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease in adults with confirmed amyloid pathology who are apolipoprotein E ε4 (ApoE4) heterozygotes or non-carriers.

Researchers say the findings provide new insights into possible early indicators of Alzheimer’s disease