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Alzheimer's may be caused by immune cells thinking brain cells are bacteria, expert says

A new theory of Alzheimer's disease reassesses the role of beta-amyloid in the brain.

LiveScience

Three things to know about your brain in menopause – and how to navigate the changes

‘A surge of interest’ is helping scientists understand and normalize ‘the change’

The Guardian - US

Yoga gives distinct cognitive advantages to older women at risk of Alzheimer's disease

Kundalini yoga improved cognition and memory in older women at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by restoring neural pathways, preventing brain matter decline, and reversing ageing and inflammation-associated biomarkers--improvements not seen in a group that received standard memory training exercises. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Early blood test to predict dementia is step closer as biological markers identified

Scientists have found patterns of four proteins that predict onset of dementia more than a decade before formal diagnosis

The Guardian - UK

Alarming link discovered: Growth hormone may increase Alzheimer's risk

Learn about the recent study revealing potential transmission of Alzheimer's disease, as well as the concerns and implications surrounding it.

Top News

Blood test could revolutionise diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, experts say

Study finds measuring levels of a protein could be just as good at detecting disease as lumbar punctures and scans

The Guardian - UK

Blood tests can help diagnose Alzheimer's — if they're accurate enough. Not all are

A new generation of blood tests can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's without a brain scan or spinal tap. But only a few perform as well as traditional tests.

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Stomach bug may raise risk of Alzheimer's disease: Study

A common gut bacteria that is present in two-thirds of the world's population may be linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to new research. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Study finds stomach bug that may raise risk of Alzheimer's disease

According to new research, a common gut bacteria found in two-thirds of the world's population may be connected to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Eating Red Meat And Ultra-processed Food Significantly Increases Alzheimer’s Risk: Study

A new study found that diets that included saturated fats can also cause Alzheimer’s.

Zenger

New Alzheimer’s drugs bring hope of slowing disease for UK patients

Two dementia medicines set for approval in Britain are first to improve patients’ lives directly – but condition must be diagnosed

The Guardian - UK

Dear Abby: Volunteers can test drug meant to prevent dementia

Harvard prof seeks people for trial of medication aimed at stopping Alzheimer’s before symptoms begin.

Chicago Sun-Times

Health: Research shows diet has a significant impact on risk of Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease rates rise in these countries as they make the nutrition transition to the Western diet. Read further on Dynamite News:

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What are the early signs of Alzheimer’s? Medical experts demystify the symptoms

The early signs of Alzheimer's can include short-term memory loss, alongside some more unexpected symptoms, doctors and brain health specialists reveal

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Study sheds light on link between neuroinflammation, Alzheimer's disease

Researchers discovered how genetic abnormalities in particular types of brain cells may lead to the inflammatory response found in Alzheimer's disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Conversation

Size of brain area linked with cognitive decline – even in people with no other warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease

A small, seahorse-sized area of the brain is responsible for most of our learning and memory. Called the hippocampus, this area is key to many important brain functions, including turning short-term memories into long-term ones, regulating our emotions and making spatial navigation possible – essentially, our ability to plan where…

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Study finds how hidden belly fat in midlife is connected with Alzheimer's disease

The development of Alzheimer's disease is associated with higher levels of visceral belly fat in midlife, according to research that will be presented next week at the annual conference of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Read further on Dynamite News:

Medical Daily

Having Belly Fat In Middle Age Linked To Alzheimer's Risk: Study

Researchers found a link between these hidden fats and changes in the brain associated with Alzheimer's, which might help to predict the condition even 15 years before the earliest symptoms appear.

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Hidden Belly Fat In Midlife Linked To Alzheimer’s Disease

Hidden abdominal fat is related to changes in the brain up to 15 years before the earliest memory loss symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease occur.

Zenger

Protein Linked To Alzheimer’s May Protect Kingfishers’ Brains During Dives

Researchers find that a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease helps kingfishers avoid brain damage while plunge-diving.

The Conversation

Do stress and depression increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease? Here's why there might be a link

Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high blood pressure, poor sleep, and physical inactivity. Meanwhile, keeping cognitively, physically, and socially active, and limiting alcohol consumption, can reduce the risk.

The Independent UK

People with early Alzheimer’s disease ‘have difficulty turning when walking’

It is hoped the findings will help secure earlier detection of the condition.

The Times of India

Lifestyle choices related to the gut influence the onset of Alzheimer's disease

Dementia affects more than 55 million people worldwide with about 60-70% of cases being due to Alzheimer's disease. While aging remains the primary risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, recent research suggests that lifestyle choices, particularly those related to gut health, play a pivotal role in its development and progression. Therefore,…

The Times of India

China becomes country with highest Alzheimer's patients: Report

China has become the country with the largest number of Alzheimer's patients in the world, the state-run Global Times reported. According to a report titled "Alzheimer's Patients Demand Insight Report" released in Beijing at a themed meeting, about 15.07 million people aged 60 and above in China have dementia, of…

The Times of India

10 tell-tale signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and devastating neurological disorder that primarily affects cognitive functions, gradually diminishing a person's ability to think, remember, and perform daily tasks. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for the majority of dementia cases worldwide. While Alzheimer's disease predominantly affects older adults, it…

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