‘Super-Agers’ Lead World’s Biggest Dementia Study
August 22, 2024
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In the hunt to cure dementia, a special elderly group seem to hold the key.
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Genes & Alzheimer’s: Understanding The Basics
May 21, 2024
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Ten years ago, we knew of only 10 genes associated with Alzheimer’s. Today, we know of more than 70 relevant genetic regions. Understand the role genes play in Alzheimer’s.
Neuro-archaeologist Finds an Original Alzheimer’s Gene Mutation
January 8, 2024
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VIDEO+ARTICLE: Kenneth S. Kosik traced an Alzheimer’s gene mutation to a 16th century founder. See him solve this puzzle of the past and show why this can help the future.
Gene Allele DR4 Fends off Alzheimer’s AND Parkinson’s
October 13, 2023
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“The night after we found that out, I couldn’t sleep,” said Senior Researcher Dr. Emmanuel Mignot. 1 in 5 people have DR4.
The Genetic Factor That Fends Off Alzheimer’s
September 22, 2023
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A massive study of medical and genetic data shows that people with a particular version of a gene involved in immune response had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
Could One Woman Help Researchers Find A Cure for Alzheimer’s?
September 14, 2023
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One woman held the genetic key to unlock the mystery of how she was the only one free of early-onset Alzheimer’s, out of 1,200 members of a South American family,
Alzheimer’s Infamous APOE Gene
August 28, 2023
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Most of the time, it takes a combination of genetics, bad environment and unhealthy lifestyle to trigger Alzheimer’s. However, one gene called apolipoprotein E (APOE) can make a big difference.
Why Does Alzheimer’s First Attack the Neurons That Hold Our Memories?
July 5, 2023
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Scientists say the neurons responsible for transforming experiences into memories are always the first to go in Alzheimer’s. Now they’re taking a closer look to try to figure out why, and what to do about it.
How the Alzheimer’s Gene Breaks the Brain
June 14, 2023
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Until now, scientists were unsure about how APOE4 creates the strongest genetic risk factor in Alzheimer’s. Now they believe they know.
Estrogen Hormone Therapy Inhibits Alzheimer’s Gene
February 13, 2023
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Estrogen showed a protective effect in women carrying the ApoE4 gene. ApoE4 puts people at substantially increased risk for Alzheimer’s. Learn when and how estrogen may protect you.
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