A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia 

 

Disrupted sleep is a risk for dementia, but healthy sleep is within our reach, even as we age 

A recent study of older women provides evidence that when it comes to cognitive decline and sleep, quality of sleep may be far more important than the number of hours spent sleeping. Read more. 

 

Mayo Clinic’s AI tool identifies 9 dementia types, including Alzheimer’s, with one scan  

Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that helps clinicians identify brain activity patterns linked to nine types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, using a single, widely available scan — a transformative advance in early, accurate diagnosis.  Read more. 

 

A study has revealed the biggest risk factors for getting early dementia, and knowledge is power 

A recent study by the University of Exeter and Maastricht University published in JAMA Neurology has identified some of the factors that can lead to early cases of dementia. Read more. 

 

Does taurine really slow down aging? We asked scientists 

What are the health benefits of taurine? New research conducted primarily in mice and monkeys suggests that amino sulfonic acid might be a key ingredient in the fountain of youth. So, should you start taking a daily dose of Red Bull? Here’s what experts say. Read more.