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Study: Spinal fluid of Alzheimer patients signals higher risk of gene infl
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
North Carolina [US], February 12 (ANI): A clinical study by researchers of Duke University School of Medicine asserts that individuals who have a gene variant associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease also tend to have changes in the fluid around their cerebrum and
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Higher blood pressure at night than in daytime may increase Alzheimer's di
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Washington [US], February 8 (ANI): Higher blood pressure at night than in daytime may be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease in older men, suggest a new study from researchers at Uppsala University. Higher BP at night than in daytime may increase Alzheimer's disease risk
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Ultrasound in the treatment of brain diseases
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Vienna [Austria], February 5 (ANI): Ultrasound is not only used as an imaging technique but targeted pulses of ultrasound can be used as a highly accurate treatment for a range of brain diseases, for which there were previously only limited treatment options.
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A new method to predict individual risk of cognitive decline
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Washington [US], February 5 (ANI): The early prognosis of high-risk older adults for amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI), using non-invasive and sensitive neuro markers, is key for early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, suggested the findings of a new study.
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Tony Bennett practices performing even amid Alzheimer's battle
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Washington [US], February 2 (ANI): American singer Tony Bennett has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease but that has not stopped him from pursuing his undying passion for music.
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Study links obesity with exacerbated effects of Alzheimer's disease
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Washington [US], January 30 (ANI): While people who are overweight may face a number of health issues, a recent study has discovered that being obese is an additional burden on brain health and may exacerbate Alzheimer's disease.
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New study shows obesity may exacerbate effects of Alzheimer's disease
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Washington [US], January 29 (ANI): New research from the University of Sheffield has found being overweight is an additional burden on brain health and may exacerbate Alzheimer's disease.
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Strange hyperactivation in brain can be early sign of Alzheimer's
Updated : 5 years, 2 months ago IST
Montreal [Canada], January 22 (ANI): A research led by psychology and neuroscience professor of the University of Montreal highlights that abnormally hyperactive areas in the brain may help better predict the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
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Routine eye imaging helpful in deducing cognitive disorder in diabetes pat
Updated : 5 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 9 (ANI): Individuals, who suffer from diabetes, tend to have a higher risk of developing cognitive disorders and Alzheimer's disease later in life as they age. A new study has revealed that routine eye imaging can prove helpful in early deduction of these disorders i
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Routine eye scans may give clues to cognitive decline in diabetes
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Washington [US], January 6 (ANI): As they age, people with diabetes are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive disorders than are people without diabetes.
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Scientists discover mutations associated with early onset of dementia
Updated : 5 years, 3 months ago IST
Dublin [Ireland], December 22 (ANI): Scientists at Trinity College Dublin today announced a significant advance in our understanding of an early-onset form of dementia that may also progress our understanding of conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
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Study suggests responsible consumption of cheese, wine may help reduce cog
Updated : 5 years, 3 months ago IST
Iowa [US], December 20 (ANI): The findings of a new study suggests that responsible consumption of cheese, with red wine, protects one against age-related cognitive problems.
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