
Can Memorable Words Test for Alzheimer’s?
MEMORY: A new computer-model reveals fascinating insights into why we remember some words more easily than others. Can NIH researchers further develop it into memory

MEMORY: A new computer-model reveals fascinating insights into why we remember some words more easily than others. Can NIH researchers further develop it into memory

MEDICATION PROGRESS – VIDEO & ARTICLE: Chinese researchers are now using seaweed sugar to tackle Alzheimer’s. Read on to learn how Oligomannate, the first treatment
DIAGNOSIS RESEARCH – VIDEO & ARTICLE: A simple experimental blood test reliably detects signs of brain damage in people on the path to developing Alzheimer’s

A major study finds up to 13% of people diagnosed with dementia may actually have a treatable liver-brain disorder called hepatic encephalopathy. The discovery could change how doctors and families approach memory loss in older adults.

As little as 1% increase in deep-sleep per year, for people over 60, translates into a 27% decreased risk of dementia.

NEW RESEARCH: A diabetes medication already helping millions, called Jardiance, improves memory, strengthens blood flow, and supports overall brain health in pre- and early Alzheimer’s.

What are the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s? When to get a professional evaluation.

SHORT-TERM MEMORY lapses are obvious signs of Alzheimer’s, but other tell-tale signals begin to show much earlier. Learn how to look for semantic impairments, such as simple questions about size.

Three important dementia studies focus on HS-AGING, a type of dementia almost as common as Alzheimer’s in the 85+ group. Yet few people have heard of it. Why? What makes it different?

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?
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