Multiple heart-related conditions linked to triple dementia risk, regardless of genetics

by University of ExeterCredit: CC0 Public DomainHaving multiple conditions that affect the heart is linked to a greater risk of dementia than having high genetic risk, according to a new large-sc

Updated on: May 28,2024

Multiple heart-related conditions linked to triple dementia risk, regardless of genetics

by University of ExeterCredit: CC0 Public DomainHaving multiple conditions that affect the heart is linked to a greater risk of dementia than having high genetic risk, according to a new large-sc

Updated on:May 28,2024

The gut-brain axis in Parkinson's disease

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainParkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive and complex disorder that affects multiple parts of the brain but also other organ systems.

Updated on: May 28,2024

The gut-brain axis in Parkinson's disease

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainParkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive and complex disorder that affects multiple parts of the brain but also other organ systems.

Updated on:May 28,2024

Screen time at age 1 year tied to worse later developmental performance

by Lori SolomonIncreased TV/DVD screen time at 1 and 2 years of age negatively affects developmental performance at 2 and 3 years of age, according to a study published online Sept. 18 inJAMA Pe

Updated on: January 21,2024

Screen time at age 1 year tied to worse later developmental performance

by Lori SolomonIncreased TV/DVD screen time at 1 and 2 years of age negatively affects developmental performance at 2 and 3 years of age, according to a study published online Sept. 18 inJAMA Pe

Updated on:January 21,2024

Study: When we see what others do, our brain sees not what we see, but what we expect

by Netherlands Institute for NeuroscienceTop down predictions during natural sequences. Your expectations determine what you ultimately 'see,' based on prior knowledge. Credit: Eline Feenstra—

Updated on: January 10,2024

Study: When we see what others do, our brain sees not what we see, but what we expect

by Netherlands Institute for NeuroscienceTop down predictions during natural sequences. Your expectations determine what you ultimately 'see,' based on prior knowledge. Credit: Eline Feenstra—

Updated on:January 10,2024

Researchers call for focus on higher stroke risk in women

byMedical University of South CarolinaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for men, it's the third-leading cause of death for women in the United

Updated on: April 28,2024

Researchers call for focus on higher stroke risk in women

byMedical University of South CarolinaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for men, it's the third-leading cause of death for women in the United

Updated on:April 28,2024

Anti-aging effects of 1,5-anhydro-D-fructose on brain diseases via AMPK activation

by Impact Journals LLCSchema of various effects and identical mechanisms of 1,5-AF in models of aging-associated brain diseases. Credit:Aging(2023). DOI: 10.18632/aging.205228A new researc

Updated on: January 21,2024

Anti-aging effects of 1,5-anhydro-D-fructose on brain diseases via AMPK activation

by Impact Journals LLCSchema of various effects and identical mechanisms of 1,5-AF in models of aging-associated brain diseases. Credit:Aging(2023). DOI: 10.18632/aging.205228A new researc

Updated on:January 21,2024

Experimental gene therapy for giant axonal neuropathy shows promise in clinical trial

by Erin Bryant,National Institutes of HealthBiopsy of a sensory nerve from a participant in the GAN gene therapy trial (arrows indicate giant axons; regenerating nerve cluster in upper left). So

Updated on: March 27,2024

Experimental gene therapy for giant axonal neuropathy shows promise in clinical trial

by Erin Bryant,National Institutes of HealthBiopsy of a sensory nerve from a participant in the GAN gene therapy trial (arrows indicate giant axons; regenerating nerve cluster in upper left). So

Updated on:March 27,2024

Brain changes linked to obesity result in low sperm count, mouse study finds

byUniversity of California - RiversideCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObesity is known to cause lower testosterone in men, impacting muscle mass and cognition, as well as reproductive function

Updated on: July 31,2024

Brain changes linked to obesity result in low sperm count, mouse study finds

byUniversity of California - RiversideCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObesity is known to cause lower testosterone in men, impacting muscle mass and cognition, as well as reproductive function

Updated on:July 31,2024

White matter changes in brain found in frontotemporal dementia

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAreas of brain damage called white matter hyperintensities are commonly linked to vascular health problems. They have also been l

Updated on: May 28,2024

White matter changes in brain found in frontotemporal dementia

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAreas of brain damage called white matter hyperintensities are commonly linked to vascular health problems. They have also been l

Updated on:May 28,2024

Estrogen therapy's effect on Alzheimer's needs more study, say researchers

by Jim Schnabel,Cornell UniversityMeta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled trials of HT effects on dementia risk. Meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials investigating the r

Updated on: June 06,2024

Estrogen therapy's effect on Alzheimer's needs more study, say researchers

by Jim Schnabel,Cornell UniversityMeta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled trials of HT effects on dementia risk. Meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials investigating the r

Updated on:June 06,2024

Fighting brain tumors with the help of viruses and molecules

by Tereza Pultarova,Horizon: The EU Research & Innovation MagazineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBy harnessing unusual allies, pioneering cancer treatments could reduce the need for invas

Updated on: December 30,2023

Fighting brain tumors with the help of viruses and molecules

by Tereza Pultarova,Horizon: The EU Research & Innovation MagazineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBy harnessing unusual allies, pioneering cancer treatments could reduce the need for invas

Updated on:December 30,2023

Blacks are at higher risk for Alzheimer's, but why?

by Renã A.s. Robinson,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlacks are at higher risk for several health conditions in the U.S. This is true for heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes a

Updated on: June 07,2024

Blacks are at higher risk for Alzheimer's, but why?

by Renã A.s. Robinson,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlacks are at higher risk for several health conditions in the U.S. This is true for heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes a

Updated on:June 07,2024