Two new genes linked to Alzheimer’s risk Two genes that influence a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease have now been identified by a team of researchers. Two new genes linked to Alzheimer’s risk Source: Science Daily Mind & Brain
Hospitalizations and cognitive decline in older adults Emergency and urgent hospitalizations are associated with an increased rate of cognitive decline in older adults, report researchers. The results of their study suggest that hospitalization may be a more of a major risk factor for long-term cognitive decline in older adults than previously recognized. Hospitalizations and cognitive…
Bacteria found in Alzheimer’s brains Researchers have used DNA sequencing to examine bacteria in post-mortem brains from patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Their findings suggest increased bacterial populations and different proportions of specific bacteria in Alzheimer’s, compared with healthy brains. The findings may support evidence that bacterial infection and inflammation in the brain could contribute to…
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Gene that could play key role in depression identified Depression affects more than 300 million people annually. Now, a new study has pinpointed how one particular gene plays a central role — either protecting from stress or triggering a downward spiral, depending on its level of activity. Gene that could play key role in depression…
Natural plant compound may reduce mental effects of aging, more evidence shows The benefits of antioxidant fisetin have been demonstrated in mouse model of premature aging, Alzheimer’s disease. Natural plant compound may reduce mental effects of aging, more evidence shows Source: Science Daily Mind & Brain
New technology to manipulate cells could help treat Parkinson’s, arthritis, other diseases A groundbreaking advancement in materials could potentially help patients requiring stem cell therapies for spinal cord injuries, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritic joints or any other condition requiring tissue regeneration, according to a new study. New technology to manipulate cells could help…
Purpose in life by day linked to better sleep at night Having a purpose in life means you are more likely to sleep better at night with less sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome, reports a new study. Cultivating a purpose in life could be drug-free strategy to improve sleep, scientists said. The study participants…
Faster diagnosis of inherited, lethal nerve disease could advance search for new treatments Physicians report success in a small study of a modified skin biopsy that hastens the earlier diagnosis of an inherited and progressively fatal nerve disease and seems to offer a clearer view of the disorder’s severity and progression. With a quicker and…