Quality of life for people with dementia living in residential and nursing home care substantially improved after staff took part in a digital training program that was specially adapted to COVID-19 restrictions. The training ...
Dec 20, 2023
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Statins could slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, at least for some patients. This is the result of a new study led by Karolinska Institutet published in Alzheimer Research and Therapy. But the researchers are cautious ...
Dec 19, 2023
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People who have very irregular sleep patterns may have a higher risk of dementia than those who have more regular sleep patterns, according to new research published in the online issue of Neurology. The study does not prove ...
Dec 13, 2023
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A team from the UCO's Nursing Department has determined the presence of two pain biomarkers and their levels in saliva as a tool to diagnose pain, effectively and non-invasively, in people with dementia and communication ...
Dec 12, 2023
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An Alzheimer's diagnosis in a sibling raises the risk of a shortened lifespan in other family members—even those without dementia, according to new USC research based on data from the Swedish Twin Registry.
Dec 11, 2023
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Using a novel "organ-on-a-chip" model, Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute researchers have discovered a potential therapeutic target that may slow down vascular aging and reduce heart disease, kidney dysfunction and vascular ...
Dec 11, 2023
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A recent study demonstrated the safety of cilostazol in patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), but did not demonstrate any efficacy in preventing disease progression. However, after administration of cilostazol, the ...
Dec 6, 2023
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Around 36% of people in England with dementia are unaware they have the condition, according to a new report from the Dementia Commission.
Dec 6, 2023
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Most neurodegenerative diseases, including dementias, involve proteins aggregating into filaments called amyloids. In most of these diseases, researchers have identified the proteins that aggregate, allowing them to target ...
Dec 6, 2023
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In a report launched at a lunch debate hosted by Deirdre Clune MEP (Ireland), Alzheimer Europe highlighted the continuing inequalities in access to dementia care and treatment across Europe.
Dec 5, 2023
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