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A high-sugar diet causes insulin resistance in the brain, reducing neuronal debris removal. How badly can this increase neurodegeneration risk?
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The Biosensor is as accurate as state-of-the-art testing methods and will allow testing at home. Next step: test saliva and urine samples.
A Bit of Sleep Prevents a Lot of Dementia
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As little as 1% increase in deep-sleep per year, for people over 60, translates into a 27% decreased risk of dementia.
Is it Alzheimer’s, FTD or Another Dementia? Ask AIRAscore
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FDA clears AIRAscore to diagnose and manage many types of dementia. See how it detects and tracks subtle brain volume changes.
Adlarity has 7 Advantages over Donepezil Tablets
October 22, 2023
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FDA-approved ADLARITY is the once-weekly donepezil patch. See how it compares to donepezil / Aricept / Ebixa tablets for Alzheimer’s.
Gene Allele DR4 Fends off Alzheimer’s AND Parkinson’s
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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.
Telecare Boosts Quality of Life in Dementia
October 6, 2023
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Medicare will fund a UCSF initiative that has been replicated across the country for its success in reducing ER visits and caregiver depression.
Hearings Aids Offer Dementia Prevention
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Studies have found an association between hearing loss and the development of dementia in older adults. Research also suggests that using hearing aids to treat hearing loss may help slow the development of cognitive problems.
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