A small study in 29 healthy adults found that a combined treatment was associated with increased movement of brain-derived proteins into the blood.
Novel Treatment Clears Dementia-linked Proteins From The Waking Brain
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Memory Problems May Matter More Than Slower Thinking For Dementia Risk In Frail Adults
A 10-year English cohort study found distinct cognitive frailty profiles; the report highlights memory impairment in relation to later dementia.
New Dementia Risk Tool Designed For The Countries That Need It Most
Researchers developed a conversation-based dementia risk score using data from 11,000-plus older adults in seven countries. Further regional validation is needed.
Simple Conversational Tool Identifies Dementia Risk In Developing Countries
A Northumbria-led team developed a conversation-based dementia risk score using data from more than 11,000 older adults in seven countries.
Actor Patrick Stewart Dies, Following Alzheimer’s And Lewy Body Dementia Diagnosis
Actor Patrick Stewart died Oct. 29 at 86, according to a spokesperson’s statement. The report says he had Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.
Subjective Cognitive Decline, An Early Window For Alzheimer’s Prevention And Treatment: A Physician’s Take
A physician argues that persistent memory concerns with normal testing can warrant closer evaluation, follow-up and discussion of Alzheimer’s biomarkers.
Observational Studies In Alzheimer’s: What You Need To Know
Observational research can reveal links to dementia risk, but it cannot prove cause and effect. A Being Patient report explains its value and limits.
Understanding Posterior Cortical Atrophy: When Dementia First Affects Vision
Posterior cortical atrophy can impair visual processing before memory. A report details symptoms, diagnostic delays and the limits of current care.
Tablet-based Augmented Reality Test Spots Mild Cognitive Impairment In Under 15 Minutes
A headline reports an augmented reality tablet test can screen for mild cognitive impairment in under 15 minutes, but study details are unavailable.
Diverse Social Activities May Help Slow Age-related Cognitive Decline
A five-survey study of 57,793 people found varied social engagement was associated with better cognitive scores over time, but cannot prove cause and effect.
