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August 12

Study reveals why ‘super agers’ maintain ‘outstanding memory’ into their 80s

A 25-year Northwestern study finds that super agers maintain exceptional memory through strong social relationships and unique brain characteristics.

August 11

'Missing link' to Alzheimer's disease found in study of human brain tissue

New research reveals that lithium helps protect against neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease by preventing toxic amyloid plaques from disrupting brain function.

August 9

Hits and Misses

 The week’s best and worst from Jason Riley, Allysia Finley and Kim Strassel

August 4

Alzheimer’s researchers say targeting brain sugar could help protect against dementia

New research reveals how breaking down stored glucose (glycogen) in the brain may reduce toxic protein buildup linked to Alzheimer's disease, with dietary restriction showing promise.

July 24

Two cancer drugs show promise in reversing Alzheimer's devastating effects

UCSF researchers found the cancer drugs letrozole and irinotecan may reverse Alzheimer's effects, reducing tau protein clumps and improving memory in mice.

July 21

Alzheimer's risk could rise with specific sleep pattern, experts warn

Sleep and brain experts respond to new findings on the association between REM sleep and Alzheimer's disease, recommending consistent sleep habits and early intervention.

July 16

Eating these common foods could reduce Alzheimer's risk, experts say

A study found that eating choline-rich foods daily, like eggs, fish and broccoli, was linked to lower Alzheimer's risk. Experts discuss which foods are best for your brain.

July 14

Men face double dementia risk if they have a hidden genetic mutation

Scientists identify a specific gene variant that doubles dementia risk in older men, suggesting the potential for targeted testing and personalized prevention.

July 12

Popular back pain medication linked to brain health risks in some patients

New research shows adults aged 35 to 64 prescribed gabapentin for chronic pain are twice as likely to develop dementia and three times more likely to develop mild cognitive impairment.

July 9

Warding off Alzheimer's might mean making these 11 lifestyle changes, expert says

Dr. Daniel Amen shared his BRIGHTMINDS approach for preventing Alzheimer's, addressing 11 risk factors including blood flow, inflammation and sleep for better brain health.