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Books, writing and learning languages proven to slash Alzheimer’s risk

Experts say maintaining an active brain can stave off a decline in crucial thinking skills and memory

The Independent UK

The finger prick blood test that could revolutionise Alzheimer’s diagnosis

The test aims to pick up three proteins known to be associated with Alzheimer’s

The Independent UK

The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

The Independent UK

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Alzheimer’s therapies should target a particular gene, researchers say

Scientists at UCL say drug developers should focus on two risk-raising variants of the Apoe gene

The Guardian - UK

Most Alzheimer’s cases linked to a single gene, study finds

One gene called APOE has long been known to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but without a specific variant most cases would not occur

The Independent UK

Small study finds microdoses of cannabis stalled cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s patients

As the world’s population ages, the number of people living with dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease increases. Given the lack of curative treatments and the limited effectiveness of available medications, interest in new therapeutic approaches is growing. Among them are cannabinoids from the cannabis plant.

The Conversation

Breakthrough Alzheimer’s blood test could diagnose disease earlier

Experts described the disease as a ‘global challenge’

The Independent UK

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This gross habit could reduce your risk of alzheimer’s by 37%, according to experts

Certain amounts of hydrogen sulfide can help protect aging brains from Alzheimer’s disease, according to a 2021 study

The Independent UK

Weight loss jab could be used to slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease in major breakthrough

Liraglutide, sold under the brand name Saxenda, is already prescribed on the NHS as a weight loss medication

The Independent UK

Obesity speeds up the development of Alzheimer’s disease, study reveals

Obesity is associated with an increase in dementia risk and researchers can now see that it speeds up the development of Alzheimer’s in particular

The Independent UK

Scientists reveal how many steps you need to walk daily to reduce Alzheimer’s risk

A new 14-year study is one of the first to explore the relationship between activity and key markers of the disease

The Independent UK

Walking for more than 5,000 steps per day may reduce Alzheimer’s risk – study

There was a slowing in the build-up of a protein called tau, which becomes abnormal in Alzheimer’s.

Evening Standard

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NHS risks missing ‘new era’ of Alzheimer’s treatment without major reforms, experts warn

A new ‘medical revolution’ in treating Alzheimer’s disease is coming, a leading professor says

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NHS ‘not ready’ for new era of Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment, experts say

It comes as a series of papers by 40 experts said a ‘concerted societal effort’ is needed to ensure patients benefit fully from scientific advances.

Radio France Internationale

World Alzheimer's Day: Is France's once world-renowned care falling behind?

France was once a pioneer of Alzheimer's care, but as the number of sufferers continues to rise and budgets are cut, the country is now struggling to tackle what is one of the world's most pressing public health crises.

The Conversation

SHIELD: A simple, memorable model to help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is on track to become one of the defining public health challenges of our time. Every three seconds, somewhere in the world, someone is diagnosed with dementia, and it’s usually Alzheimer’s disease.

The Independent UK

Scientists design a new digital test to diagnose Alzheimer’s

Experts believe new test could give doctors a chance to identify potential dementia cases earlier

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NHS to trial revolutionary blood test that could speed up Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Only two-thirds of people with dementia have a diagnosis, despite it being the leading cause of death in UK

Evening Standard

British patients trial major new blood test for Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and linked to the build-up of two key proteins in the brain called amyloid and tau.

The Independent UK

Air pollution has been tied to Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what you need to know

‘Air pollution doesn’t just increase the risk of dementia — it actually makes Alzheimer’s disease worse,’ Dr. Edward Lee says

The Conversation

Alzheimer’s disease: new three-minute test can spot memory issues – here’s how it works and what it can tell you

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…

The Independent UK

5 early signs of Alzheimer’s you shouldn’t ignore

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

The Guardian - UK

Three-minute test helps identify people at greater risk of Alzheimer’s, trial finds

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

The Independent UK

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

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