A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia FDA approves a second drug for agitation associated with Alzheimer’s disease – and it’s not an antipsychotic medication On April 30, the FDA granted approval for a combination medication of dextromethorphan and bupropion for the treatment of agitation in Alzheimer’s disease. Read more.
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia ‘Passive’ screen time may raise dementia risk. How to keep your brain engaged. It’s not just how much time you spend sitting, but what you’re doing while sitting that may affect your health. Read more. How AI and advanced computing are accelerating Alzheimer’s
A recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia To reduce Alzheimer’s risk, focus on overall health Researchers across USC are studying how lifestyle and environment influence dementia risk and resilience. They’re finding that what’s good for the body is also good for the brain. Read more. Deep sleep may help protect against Alzheimer’s
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia Walking a few thousand steps a day may reduce Alzheimer’s risk A new study suggests that exercise can be particularly beneficial for older people at a higher risk for the disease. Read more. Optimal cardiovascular health among people with Type 2 diabetes may
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia Dementia linked to problems with brain’s waste-clearance system Researchers found that disruptions in the brain’s waste-removal process may explain why poor sleep and cardiovascular issues raise dementia risk. Read more. Trying to keep your brain young? A big new study find these
10 Ways Diabetes and Dementia Are Linked The link between diabetes and dementia is becoming increasingly clear. New research shows how blood sugar problems affect brain health and vice versa. Read more. Scientists look to commercial dyes to help them diagnose dementia UC San Francisco chemists are exploring how repurposed industrial dyes could help
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia What makes a SuperAger? For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern Medicine have been studying individuals aged 80 and older — dubbed “SuperAgers” — to better understand what makes them tick. Read more. People carrying two copies of ‘Alzheimer’s gene’ lowered risk by 35%
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia New study identifies 2 simple habits that can delay Alzheimer's disease Can delaying a disease as monstrous as Alzheimer’s be as simple as walking and eating nutritious foods? To some degree, yes. Read more. Worried about Alzheimer’s? Start walking, according to a new
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
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia How gardening can help you live better for longer Research shows gardening preserves cognitive function, helping you live well for longer. Read more here. Exercise linked to 40% lower dementia risk and healthier brain aging Researchers have looked at the connection between physical
