DALLAS: Individuals with Down syndrome who survive into adulthood face the additional challenge of early-onset dementia, in which toxic amyloid plaques build up in the brain. The condition is strikingly similar to Alzheimer’s disease, and as new work led by researchers shows dementia in Down Read More »

PHOENIX: Axovant Sciences Ltd announced an expansion of its dementia drug development pipeline with the acquisition of nelotanserin and the addition of three new clinical programs to address cognitive, behavioural and functional aspects of Lewy body dementia. The Company also provided an update on its Read More »

DALLAS: Night shift workers who have trouble sleeping could be at greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease, research suggests.

Scientists found evidence that disruptions to the body clock, which make you feel “jet lagged”, may trigger memory loss.

Experiments on mice found shortening their dark hours Read More »

CHICAGO: We’re used to tossing strawberries into our shopping carts, but new research shows that the fruit may also keep us at our healthiest. New research indicates that eating strawberries regularly can be an effective way to help prevent and manage diseases that affect millions… Read More »