Alzheimer's treatment

Beware! This could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative mental disease that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behaviour. It is the most common form of dementia and is commonly seen in the elderly.
Identifying signs of Alzheimer’s even before symptoms set in possible

A new study at the University of Missouri has developed procedures that can detect early signs of Alzheimer's even before symptoms set in.
World Alzheimer's Day 2020: Misfolded proteins in the gut may be the culprit

World Alzheimer's Day aims at raising awareness about Alzheimer's and Dementia. So, in this article we will talk about how this brain disorder can be prevented, based on the latest research.
Get a flu shot if you want to bring down your risk of Alzheimer’s disease

According to researchers, people who received at least one flu vaccination were 17 per cent less likely to get Alzheimer's disease over the course of a lifetime.
Asthma drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease: Biogen’s antibody therapy awaits FDA approval

Asthma drug salbutamol helps prevent the formation of proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease, reveals a new study.
Indian researchers discover secret to reduce poisoning of nerve cells that leads to memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease

New research says that short-term memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease may be delayed by almost 10 years. Read on to know more.
Alzheimer’s: Flickering lights may help fight the disease

Some studies suggest that exposure to flickering lights may help fight Alzheimer's disease. Here's how it works?
World Alzheimer's Day 2019: Here's all you need to know about the condition

This condition hits your memory and a few other cognitive functions. Though it cannot be reversed, Alzheimer's Disease can be managed with medications and lifestyle changes.
Regular exercise may cut Alzheimer's risk in older adults

According to a new study, if you are physically inactive, it may give you Alzheimer's. Read on to know more.
Medicinal plant Yerba santa may treat Alzheimer's: Study

A new study published in the journal Redox Biology has discovered neuro-protective and anti-inflammatory chemical that may help in the treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
Preliminary tests of new drug for Alzheimer's show promising results

In order to find molecular candidates to block the interaction between b-amyloid and brain cells, the team searched more than 32 thousand molecules, and one drug, namely ALI6, showed promising results in cell-based experiments.
Alzheimer's disease : How does exercise help?

The benefits of exercise are well known. Now a study has shown how exactly physical exercise can help cognition in those with Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer's can be treated with existing liver drug, finds study

A team of researchers have revealed that a drug which is used to treat liver disease could also be helpful in Alzheimer's disease therapy.
Sleeping pills linked to Alzheimer's disease risk, says study

Regular intake of benzodiazepines, widely used to treat insomnia and anxiety, may be associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, a study has warned.
Study finds Alzheimer's drug effective if used before symptoms develop

This could prevent the disease or slow its progression long enough that the average age of symptom onset.
Living with an Alzheimer's patient: What to say and what not to

You have to be patient with a person with Alzheimer's because he or she will have both good and bad days.
Surprising factors that can spike up your risk of dementia

A healthy lifestyle can help you beat this memory issue. Take small steps for strengthening your cognitive skills.
Study finds herpes simplex virus may increase Alzheimer's risk

The study also found that antiviral drugs can significantly reduce the risk of the neurodegenerative disorder.
Can antivirals help in reducing risk of Alzheimer's disease?

In the study, when people who suffered with severe herpes infection were treated aggressively with antiviral drugs, the relative risk of dementia was reduced by a factor of 10.
Personalised music to Alzheimer's rescue

Listening to personalised music programme may help alleviate anxiety, improve mood and reduce other symptoms in patients with Alzheimer's disease, says a study.