TREM2 Helps Break the Alzheimer’s Code
February 3, 2023
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See Dr. David Samati explain the important connection between the TREM2 gene and Alzheimer’s disease. Read about its significance.
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ClockMe Computerized Dementia Self-Test Created at Georgia Tech
February 1, 2023
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See Georgia Tech’s simple-to-use computer program that allows adults to screen themselves for
early signs of dementia.
Princeton Fast-Tracks New Path for Treating Alzheimer’s
January 31, 2023
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Princeton University set its sights on preventing amyloid-beta plaque, the most notorious culprit behind Alzheimer’s. Using a revolutionary high-volume testing technique, learn about their success with D737.
Swelling Along Brain’s Axons May be True Culprit in Alzheimer’s
December 16, 2022
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: Yale researchers have found the debilitating symptoms of Alzheimer’s may be the result of swelling caused by amyloid plaques in the brain.
Does Sleep Apnea Cause Alzheimer’s, Or Is it the Other Way Around?
December 15, 2022
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SLEEP: Research has long connected sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s. A key study looking at Alzheimer’s and sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is opening up new “chicken-or-egg” questions:
Antibiotics Weaken Alzheimer’s
December 14, 2022
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DRUGS: Long-term antibiotic treatment decreased Alzheimer’s-causing plaques in the lab. It also helped the brain fight inflammation by enhancing the neuroinflammatory activity of microglial cells.
Alzheimer’s “Pacemaker” Works Well in Trial
December 12, 2022
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CLINICAL TRIALS VIDEO: Thin electrical wires were surgically implanted in the brain of Alzheimer’s patients. Called “Deep Brain Stimulation”, see how this brain “pacemaker” improves
Exploring Alzheimer’s & Infection
December 11, 2022
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RESEARCH EXCERPT: Is Alzheimer’s caused by a germ? $1 million goes to anyone who can answer that. If the germ theory gets traction, it could
Green Tea, Cocoa & Red Wine Reduce Beta Amyloid Plaques
December 9, 2022
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: Researchers say compounds found in green tea, red wine, cocoa and certain fruits and nuts were found to diminish amyloid plaques with
Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Now on the Market
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: The -C₂N Diagnostics firm is marking the two-year anniversary of being the first to ffer its widely accessible blood test for Alzheimer’s.
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