32 stories tagged #Alzheimer's

  1. Importance of Slow-Wave Sleep in Reducing Dementia Risk
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    Importance of Slow-Wave Sleep in Reducing Dementia Risk

    Study highlights critical role of slow-wave sleep in dementia prevention among older adults.

    2h ago 1 min read
  2. Copper Compound Cu(ATSM) Reduces Alzheimer's Proteins in Mice
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    Copper Compound Cu(ATSM) Reduces Alzheimer's Proteins in Mice

    Research shows Cu(ATSM) significantly reduces amyloid-beta proteins and improves memory in Alzheimer's mice models, paving the way for potential treatments.

    yesterday 1 min read
  3. Veteran NY Anchor Bill Ritter Steps Down After Alzheimer's Diagnosis
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    Veteran NY Anchor Bill Ritter Steps Down After Alzheimer's Diagnosis

    WABC-TV anchor Bill Ritter announces retirement after two decades, revealing early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis while pledging to continue advocacy work.

    last wk. 2 min read
  4. Y Chromosome Loss in Aging Men Linked to Cancer and Heart Disease
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    Y Chromosome Loss in Aging Men Linked to Cancer and Heart Disease

    New research reveals age-related Y chromosome loss in men actively contributes to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and immune dysfunction, challenging previous assumptions about male genetic aging.

    last wk. 2 min read
  5. Alzheimer's Patient Regains Function After Psilocybin Treatment
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    Alzheimer's Patient Regains Function After Psilocybin Treatment

    A case report reveals a woman with advanced Alzheimer's regained speech and memories following psilocybin mushroom use, marking a potential medical breakthrough.

    last wk. 1 min read
  6. ETH Zurich Scientists Identify GRK2 as New Alzheimer's Target and Develop Inhibitor
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    ETH Zurich Scientists Identify GRK2 as New Alzheimer's Target and Develop Inhibitor

    Researchers at ETH Zurich discovered that inactive GRK2 enzyme aggregates impair mitochondria, driving Alzheimer's. A new compound, Compound 10, successfully slowed disease progression in mice.

    last wk. 2 min read
  7. Psilocybin Shows Promising Effects on Alzheimer’s Patient in Brazil
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    Psilocybin Shows Promising Effects on Alzheimer’s Patient in Brazil

    A case study reports that a high dose of psilocybin temporarily improved symptoms in an advanced Alzheimer's patient, sparking interest in psychedelic research.

    2w ago 1 min read
  8. Boosting a Single Protein Reverses Frailty in Aging Mice
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    Boosting a Single Protein Reverses Frailty in Aging Mice

    University at Buffalo scientists find that increasing tristetraprolin (TTP) in aging mice improves strength, bone density, and mobility, offering a new target for anti-aging therapies.

    2w ago 2 min read