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Tooth loss increases the risk of diminished cognitive function

wisdom teeth DALLAS: Better insight into the nature and extent of the association between oral health and cognitive function is of great importance since it could lead to preventive interventions for cognitive performance. Therefore, the objective of this review was to systematically examine if tooth loss leads Read More »

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Maple syrup could protect against Alzheimer’s

Maple-Syrup WASHINGTON, D.C.: It is one of Canada’s most famous and sweetest exports, and now it’s gaining recognition in the medical community for its potential health benefits.

At a summit of the American Chemical Society in San Diego, Calif., earlier this week, scientists out of the University Read More »

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Developments in 3D bio-printing may hold the key to curing Alzheimer’s

3d MIAMI: A recent study has introduced a 3D printing technique that promises to shed further light on what goes on in the human brain in hopes to further understand these neurodegenerative disorders more clearly.

This particular research is focusing on using 3D printing to paint Read More »

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Implantable capsule may prevent Alzheimer’s claim researchers

CapsulesDALLAS: With a biocompatible capsule, a team of researchers in Switzerland have found a way to treat patients with Alzheimer’s by turning the patient’s immune system against the disease.

The capsule safely, and steadily, delivers a flow of antibodies to the brain to clear the Read More »

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