Brain Health - Page 21

Diabetes 'rewires' the brain in surprising way, study finds

In a new study, researchers found that type 2 diabetes can “rewire" the brain in ways similar to early Alzheimer’s disease. Experts comment on the link between high blood sugar and cognitive decline.

Baby with fatal brain disorder ‘saved’ by anonymous $47K donation

A Florida family was stunned when an anonymous donor offered to pay $47,000 for their baby's medical bills, an act of kindness that they say saved her life.

Dementia risk could dip with common vaccine, study suggests

Stanford researchers found that adults who received the zoster vaccine for shingles have a lower risk of developing dementia. Experts discuss the public health impact.

Sugar substitutes can cause brain changes that increase appetite, study says

A study from the University of Southern California says a common sugar substitute alters brain activity related to hunger and increases appetite, especially in those with obesity.

New blood test diagnoses Alzheimer’s disease and measures how far it's progressed

A new blood test test could determine how far Alzheimer's has progressed and could also help confirm whether another condition is causing a person’s cognitive symptoms.