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Molecular clue to memory decline
Posted in Science on 7th Jul, 2015
by Alex Muller
A molecule that accumulates in the blood with age may be linked to cognitive decline, said scientists Monday who mooted hopes of a memory-restoring treatment.
Hope for Alzheimer's treatment as researchers find licensed drugs halt brain degeneration
Posted in Medicine on 30th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
Studies show existing medicines could help restore protein production in brain and prevent memory loss, speeding up the search for a cure.
Blood chemical predicts brain decline
Posted in Medicine on 18th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
Scientists have discovered a chemical in blood that indicates whether people will have declining brain function.
It's in your blood: Links found between blood type and risk of cognitive decline
Posted in Medicine on 9th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
A study has revealed blood types play a role in the development of the nervous system and may cause a higher risk of cognitive decline.
People With Dementia At Greater Heart Attack Risk
Posted in Science on 28th May, 2015
by Alex Muller
People with cognitive impairment had around an 8x greater risk of heart failure readmission compared with those who were not suffering from neurodegenerative conditions.