May 16, 2023

A Gene Shielded One Man From Alzheimer's for Decades. Scientists Are Figuring Out How It Works

Researchers have discovered a genetic mutation that should actively protect people from Alzheimer’s, thanks to a man belonging to a Colombian family known to be susceptible to the degenerative brain disease.

May 15, 2023

FDA Approves First Drug Meant to Ease Alzheimer's-Linked Agitation

A medication to treat agitation in Alzheimer's patients now has approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

May 10, 2023

Science Reveals Key Driver of Alzheimer's, and How Newly Approved Drug May Fight It

Researchers have isolated for the first time a free-floating form of amyloid beta that appears to be a key driver of Alzheimer’s disease.

April 20, 2023

In the Cards: Simple Test Could Assess Risk of Dementia

Is there a simple way to screen older folks for dementia risk years before there are any signs of memory loss or thinking impairment?

April 17, 2023

AI Might Spot Alzheimer's Early, Using Folks' Speech Patterns

Cutting-edge AI technologies that can detect subtle changes in a person’s voice may help doctors diagnose Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairments even before other symptoms begin.

April 10, 2023

Dirty Air Could Raise Your Odds for Dementia

Exposure to air pollution may increase the risk of developing dementia, according to a review of prior research.