Genetic variations have the potential to influence the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia, with certain gene variants …
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The relationship between cognitive abilities in youth and dementia risk in older age has been explored in an NIA-funded study, recently published in …
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In the United States, over six million elderly individuals grapple with dementia. Despite its prevalence, the early warning signs of cognitive decline frequently …
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted approval for the use of Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) injection, a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. This …
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The Biden-Harris Administration Announces a $200 Million Investment to Bolster Geriatric Care for Older Adults, with an Emphasis on Alzheimer’s and Dementia In …
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The vast majority of the human genome, a staggering 98%, is composed not of genes encoding proteins but of DNA that regulates gene …
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A groundbreaking study from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) has identified a promising fluid biomarker with the potential to detect two neurodegenerative …
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In a study spearheaded by the University of Pennsylvania, researchers engaged with family caregivers of severe dementia patients through comprehensive interviews. These discussions …
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A recent study funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) reveals that among twin pairs, if one sibling is diagnosed with dementia, …
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An NIA-sponsored study indicates that early alterations in speech patterns could signal frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) in genetically predisposed individuals before clinical symptoms manifest. …