SEATTLE: Tetrahydrocannabinol, the main chemical involved in marijuana’s psychoactive effects, has analgesic properties.

Analgesics have recently been shown to be beneficial for neuropsychiatric symptoms, particularly agitation, in patients with dementia. Building on this, researchers hypothesised that low-dose oral tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — the main chemical involved Read More »

NEW YORK: Iron in the brain may play an important role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, research has shown.

The findings suggest that lowering iron levels, possibly with a drug, could delay progression from mild loss of memory and thinking ability to Alzheimer’s.

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PHILADELPHIA: The Allen Institute for Brain Science, which is backed by a $500 million fund from Microsoft’s co-founder Paul Allen, has launched a new database that has information about 240 neurons found in the brains of mice. It is a first-of-its-kind initiative to untangle the Read More »

ALBUQUERQUE: An operator is raising awareness and understanding of dementia, with housing and support services enabling people to live vibrant lives despite the degenerative condition.

A 70-home development, which is due for completion later this summer, has a planned design to make it easy for Read More »