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cognitive decline
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New Scientistscience8 hrs ago
Roche Presents Trontinemab Data Showing Faster Amyloid Clearance With Fewer ARIAs
The antibody drug trontinemab reduced brain amyloid levels in six months for 90 percent of participants while causing ARIAs in under 5 percent. Roche plans larger trials to test effects on cognitive decline and prevention.
cnbc.comworld1 day ago
Biogen Drug Cuts Tau Levels 50-65 Percent in Alzheimer Study
Time reported results from a Biogen trial of diranersen showing reduced tau and slower cognitive decline. Separate studies found a blood test for ptau217 predicts future impairment up to 10 years ahead.
abcnews.go.comscience2 days ago
Biogen’s diranersen slowed cognitive decline in Phase 2 Alzheimer’s trial; experts await Phase 3 data
Biogen said its tau-targeting Alzheimer’s candidate diranersen reduced cognitive decline at rates similar to approved drugs in a mid-stage study. The company plans to advance the treatment into Phase 3 testing.
theconversation.comscience10 days ago
Study of Adults Over 80 Finds Faster Walkers Had Lower Cognitive Decline Risk
A study of nearly 4,000 adults found that the fastest 9 percent of walkers in their 80s and older had about half the risk of cognitive decline compared with peers. The results appeared in the journal Neurology.
losangeles.cbslocal.comscience17 days ago
Two-Year USC Study Finds High-Dose DHA Supplements Did Not Slow Memory Loss or Brain Shrinkage
A two-year trial at the University of Southern California found that 2,000 mg daily DHA supplements failed to slow cognitive decline or hippocampal atrophy in 365 adults at elevated Alzheimer's risk. Researchers reported a 17 percent rise in cerebrospinal fluid DHA levels but no…
Washington Examinerpolitics42 days ago
Trump Says Biden Showed No Cognitive Decline in 2024 Meetings
President Trump stated Thursday he noticed no signs of cognitive decline in former President Biden during their meetings last year. Former first lady Jill Biden separately suggested her husband showed signs of slowing and may have suffered a stroke before the June debate.
Statscience63 days ago
Biogen Advances Tau-Targeting Alzheimer’s Drug to Phase 3 Despite Mixed Phase 2 Data
Biogen reported that its drug diranersen reduced tau levels in spinal fluid and brains of patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s in a Phase 2 trial. The reductions correlated with slower cognitive decline, though the study did not meet its primary efficacy goal of showing a dose r…
Nbc Newsscience66 days ago
Neurologist Shares Ways to Maintain Brain Health
A neurologist appeared on a morning program to explain the difference between brain fog and cognitive decline. The doctor outlined simple daily steps that can support brain function over time. The segment addressed common questions about brain health and aging.
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Studies Show Digital Detox Can Improve Cognitive Function and Mental Health
Research indicates that reducing smartphone use can reverse cognitive decline equivalent to 10 years of aging and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression. Court rulings have held social media companies accountable for harms to users. Policy measures in various regions aim to…
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Research Highlights Connections Between Heart and Brain in Cognitive Decline, Mental Health, and Heart Disease
Studies show links between heart function and brain health that influence cognitive decline, mental health conditions, and heart disease. These connections suggest potential changes in diagnostic and treatment approaches. The findings come from recent research reported by New Sci…
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Studies Indicate Short Social Media Breaks May Reverse Cognitive Decline Measures
Research suggests that brief breaks from social media can help reverse indicators of cognitive decline linked to prolonged use. The findings come from studies examining the effects of digital detoxes. Such breaks, even short ones, show potential to mitigate some impacts on brain…