Alzheimer’s disease represents a progressive neurological condition that relentlessly impairs memory and cognitive abilities, ultimately stripping away the capacity to perform even the …
What can a family do? Two years have passed since my dear, gentle mum left this world at the age of 85, taken …
A recent study funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) reveals that among twin pairs, if one sibling is diagnosed with dementia, …
An NIA-sponsored study indicates that early alterations in speech patterns could signal frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) in genetically predisposed individuals before clinical symptoms manifest. …
Elevating staffing levels in nursing homes might benefit the health of residents with Alzheimer’s or related dementias, yet enhancing the quality of care …
In the progressive stages of Alzheimer’s disease, the aggregation of amyloid proteins in the brain leads to the formation of damaging plaques, incrementally …
An NIA-funded study, designed to emulate an authentic government imposter scam, has revealed that the susceptibility of older adults to fraudulent schemes may …
A groundbreaking study suggests that the malfunction of a specific signaling pathway, known as ApoER2-Dab1, may instigate the neuronal degeneration associated with sporadic, …
A pioneering investigation, funded by the NIA, illuminates potential predictive connections between personality characteristics and the risk of developing dementia. Published in “Alzheimer’s …
Scientists have made significant advancements in the detection of rapidly progressive dementia (RPD) patients who may benefit from treatment. Two recent studies, funded …
Engaging in Regular Online Interactions May Aid in Preventing Cognitive Deterioration Among Socially Isolated Seniors, Study Suggests A study funded by the National …
Genetic Investigation in African American Families Highlights Novel Alzheimer’s Disease Associations An NIA-funded research revealed a particular genetic locus and rare variants in …