Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Discovery solves baffling mystery around Gulf War Illness in veterans

In a world-first discovery, Griffith University researchers have discovered that faulty cell function in veterans suffering from Gulf War Illness (GWI), also known as Gulf War Syndrome (GWS), is likely caused by intense exposure ...

Alzheimer's disease & dementia

Dental device for snoring may slow onset of Alzheimer's disease

A good night's sleep plays an essential role in regulating brain health by removing the waste material and toxins that accumulate. Although many things can disturb sleep, one of the most common causes is snoring or other ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Study explores COVID-19 effects on cognition

A new long-term study led by neuroscientists at Western University shows short-term symptoms from COVID-19, like labored breathing, fever, and dry cough, may just be the proverbial tip of the iceberg.

Alzheimer's disease & dementia

Brain tissue inflammation is key to Alzheimer's disease progression

Neuroinflammation is the key driver of the spread of pathologically misfolded proteins in the brain and causes cognitive impairment in patients with Alzheimer's disease, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School ...

Alzheimer's disease & dementia

Mayo Clinic minute: Reducing dementia risks

More than 55 million people worldwide are believed to be living with dementia, according to the World Health Organization. And women are likely to be twice as affected by dementia as men.

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