In care homes, people with Alzheimer's or similar conditions often use wheelchairs. This is because they have trouble moving around. But sitting too much can cause problems. They might fall or get sores from sitting too long. To help, care teams need good info on how wheelchairs are used. A small s
The COVID-19 pandemic has left many people struggling with long-term health issues. One concerning effect is how it might be speeding up memory loss and brain problems, especially for those with Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's is a condition that slowly damages the brain, making it hard for people
Two brain diseases, Alzheimer's and CAA, both involve a sticky protein called amyloid. But they affect the brain differently. Scientists used special scans to see these differences. They looked at 30 people with Alzheimer's and 20 with CAA. They used two types of brain scans. One scan showed where
Patrick Dempsey is back in the crime genre with a new role that might remind fans of Dexter. This time, he plays Angelo Ledda, a hitman facing a tough challenge. Angelo has early-onset Alzheimer's, which is making his memory fade. He must hide his dangerous job from his family while his mind betrays
Ever thought about how your driving might hint at your brain's health? It turns out, the way you drive could reveal a lot about your cognitive state. People with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) tend to drive less, especially at night and on long trips, compared to those with normal cognition. This i
Alzheimer's disease is a complex condition that needs a well-rounded approach to manage it effectively. Two strategies that have shown promise are regular aerobic exercise and intermittent fasting. However, the potential benefits of combining these two—exercising in a fasted state—have not been thor
Dementia care is undergoing a significant transformation. New treatments and diagnostic tools are changing how patients and their families experience the disease. However, these advancements are not without challenges, including accessibility and stigma. In the past, diagnosing dementia was a compl
People often talk about how staying active can help keep the mind sharp. But what does science say about this? A study looked into how physical and mental activities might affect the brain over time. The focus was on older adults who did not have dementia. The study wanted to see if these activities
In the hunt for new ways to tackle Alzheimer's disease, scientists are turning to an unlikely source: fungi from the ocean. Alzheimer's is a tough nut to crack. It's a brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Right now, there's no cure. But researchers are digging into the pote
A big study looked into why some people die from extreme cold. They checked 2054 autopsies and found 168 cases of fatal hypothermia. Most of these people were 65 or older. A surprising number of them had brain issues. Nearly 40% had some kind of cognitive impairment. Alzheimer's disease was the most
