NEW YORK: Viagra could help prevent the onset of a common form of dementia, scientists believe. Experts think that erectile dysfunction drugs – which work by increasing blood flow to the genitals – could also help blood reach the brain.

They hope this could ward off Read More »

DALLAS: Could medical marijuana treat Alzheimer’s patients? One recent study found THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, stimulates the removal of toxic plaque in the brain, a common feature of the disease. Furthermore, the researchers discovered it blocks inflammation, which damages neurons in the brain. Read More »

PHOENIX: Thinning of the retinal nerve and protein deposits in the eye could be used to detect early signs of neurodegeneration.

This is according to new research presented today (Tuesday 26 July) at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2016 in Toronto.

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DALLAS: Three out of four nursing home residents with dementia who are prescribed anti-psychotic drugs may not need them to stay calm, a new study has found.

At present, up to 30 per cent of dementia patients are given the medication to control aggressiveness and Read More »