Experts believe that ApoE4 is a strong genetic marker for late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. But it’s not recommended for people who do not have symptoms. A neurologist explains why.
Tag: Alzheimer’s
Exercising More May Delay Symptoms of a Rare Form of Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
We’ve known for years that exercise is good for our bodies, but a recent study looks at how exercise may impact people with a rare type of early-onset Alzheimer’s, called autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s disease.
Study: Mid-Life Health Tied to Late-Life Alzheimer’s Risk
These risk factors previously have been linked to higher odds of dementia, cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease, but it’s been unclear exactly how.
Common Prostate Cancer Therapy Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Men with prostate cancer being treated with a common hormone therapy may be doubling their risk of dementia, a recent study says.
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How a Peanut Butter Test May Detect Alzheimer’s
Creamy or crunchy – and oh, so spreadable – peanut butter is not your first thought as a possible game-changer in Alzheimer’s disease research. But it has potential, according to researchers at the University of Florida. They conducted a peanut butter smell test hoping to find an inexpensive, noninvasive way to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s and track … Read More
Drug Shows Promise in Reducing Agitation Due to Alzheimer’s
AVP923 is a new drug that shows promise in reducing agitation because of Alzheimer’s. Learn more.
Best Ways to Protect Your Mind Against Dementia
Most Americans fear getting dementia from Alzheimer’s disease more than any other disease, including cancer. However, a growing body of evidence supports ways people can act to help prevent this disease from getting a grip on their minds.
6 Ways to Maintain Your Brain Health
You ask a lot of your brain. It thinks 70,000 thoughts each day. To help preserve this amazing organ’s function, follow these 6 tips from our experts at Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.
If You Have Sleep Apnea, Your Memory May Decline Earlier in Life
Sleep apnea — a sleep disorder in which breathing is briefly and repeatedly interrupted during sleep — may be doing more than affecting the quality of your sleep and making you tired. A recent study finds a link between abnormal breathing patterns during sleep – like heavy snoring and apnea – and cognitive decline at an earlier … Read More
Can Photos of Your Brain Detect Alzheimer’s?
A new study finds that pictures of the brain may point out some changes that may be clues to development of Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms emerge. This may help doctors develop better treatments and prevent the disease from progressing. Before symptoms begin Neurological specialists have known for a long time that people with Alzheimer’s disease … Read More
