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Alzheimer's disease
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ansa.itscience11 days ago
Study Identifies New Alzheimer's Risk Genes Tied to Immunity
A proteome-wide association study found several new candidate risk genes for Alzheimer's disease linked to innate and adaptive immunity. The analysis examined cohorts of European American and African American ancestry.
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rediff.comworld18 days ago
Dementia Projected to Cost U.S. $818 Billion in 2026
A USC-led study estimates total economic costs from Alzheimer's disease and related dementias will reach $818 billion this year. The figure includes medical spending, unpaid caregiving, lost earnings, and reduced quality of life.
neurosciencenews.comscience46 days ago
Blood Test Predicts Alzheimer's Disease in Large Cohort
A blood test measuring p-tau217 levels showed strong performance in identifying Alzheimer's disease among participants with an average age of 61. The findings appear in a new issue of a medical journal.
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Essay Examines Immune System Role in Preventing Alzheimer's Disease
A recent essay discusses connections between the immune system and brain health. It explores how these interactions might help prevent neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
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Fox Newsscience66 days ago
Moderate Egg Consumption Linked to Lower Alzheimer's Risk in Observational Study of Older Adults
Researchers at Loma Linda University found that adults over 65 who ate eggs one to three times per month or once per week had a 17% lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, while those consuming eggs five or more times per week showed a 27% lower risk. The observational study, publishe…
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Research Links High-Quality Plant-Based Diets to Lower Dementia Risk
A study published in Neurology analyzed nearly 93,000 participants over 11 years and found that high-quality plant-based diets correlate with reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes showed protective effects,…
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Study Links High-Quality Plant-Based Diets to Lower Dementia Risk in Large Cohort
Research published in Neurology analyzed nearly 93,000 participants over 11 years and found that high-quality plant-based diets correlate with reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Protective foods included whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes,…
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Lab-Grown Brain Organoids Advance Study of Human Brain Development and Alzheimer's Disease
Lab-grown brain organoids are enhancing research into human brain development and diseases. A recent study indicates that boosting the brain's waste-disposal system reduces deficits and symptoms in Alzheimer's models. These approaches provide new insights into neurological condit…
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Study Suggests Enhancing Brain Waste-Disposal System May Alleviate Alzheimer's Deficits
Researchers have explored methods to boost the brain's waste-disposal system, known as the glymphatic system, for Alzheimer's disease treatment. A recent study indicates that a novel approach reduces brain deficits and symptoms in models of the condition. The findings build on on…
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