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Scientists identify potential link between gut health and dementia

Scientists identify potential link between gut health and dementia

Genes and gut microbiome may be linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease.
Finding the best route to preventing Alzheimer's may be closer than you think. Source: Getty Images
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Could a good sense of direction be the key to protecting yourself from Alzheimer’s?

Could a good sense of direction be the key to protecting yourself from Alzheimer’s?

A recent study has revealed intriguing insights into maintaining cognitive function, suggesting that the skills required to be a taxi or ambulance driver may help protect against Alzheimer's.
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Study shows a good night’s sleep could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s

Study shows a good night’s sleep could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s

Sleep apnoea disrupts more than a restful slumber and could have far-reaching ramifications on other aspects of your health.
Could your eyes hold the key to early dementia detection? Source: Getty Images.
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The eye test that could detect Alzheimer’s a decade before symptoms strike

The eye test that could detect Alzheimer’s a decade before symptoms strike

The eyes may hold the key to early dementia detection, with UK researchers linking subtle vision changes to signs of the condition years before diagnosis.
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Study shows these superfoods could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Study shows these superfoods could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

From poultry to red wine, these foods have been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease.
“The blood test can determine with 90% accuracy whether a person experiencing memory loss is suffering from Alzheimer’s." Source: Getty Images.
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The groundbreaking new blood test making Alzheimer’s diagnosis simpler

The groundbreaking new blood test making Alzheimer’s diagnosis simpler

Detecting Alzheimer's disease has become significantly easier with a groundbreaking blood test that now boasts 90 per cent accuracy in diagnosing the condition.
The revelation marks a pivotal moment in the quest for effective Alzheimer's treatments. Source: Getty Images.
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Unlocking hope: Scientists discover gene mutation that slashes Alzheimer’s risk

Unlocking hope: Scientists discover gene mutation that slashes Alzheimer’s risk

In a remarkable leap forward in Alzheimer's research, scientists have uncovered a genetic mutation that dramatically reduces the likelihood of developing the debilitating disease.
An 83-year-old man with Alzheimer's has been mistakenly authorised to drive. Source: Getty Images
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A daughter’s struggle to keep her 83-year-old father with Alzheimer’s from driving

A daughter’s struggle to keep her 83-year-old father with Alzheimer’s from driving

An 83-year-old man with Alzheimer's has mistakenly been authorised to drive despite never taking any of the required tests to keep holding a license.
A newly released Alzheimer's study has turned conventional research on its head. Source: Getty Images.
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Latest Alzheimer’s study challenges conventional theories about the disease

Latest Alzheimer’s study challenges conventional theories about the disease

Billions have been spent on Alzheimer's research and while much has been said about slowing its progress or mitigating its impacts, a cure remains elusive.
A new head gear device with EEG capabilities will help doctors detect Alzheimer's disease before symptoms appear. Source: Getty Images.
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Revolutionary new technology helps detect Alzheimer’s before onset of symptoms

Revolutionary new technology helps detect Alzheimer’s before onset of symptoms

Scientists in the US have developed a new technology that they claim will revolutionise the detection of Alzheimer's disease, creating a simple yet effective way to detect the disease before symptoms appear, all while you are peacefully asleep.
A new drug called donanemab has been discovered, which slows the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Source: Getty
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Ground breaking Alzheimer’s drug marks ‘turning point’ in dementia fight

Ground breaking Alzheimer’s drug marks ‘turning point’ in dementia fight

A breakthrough new drug offers promising results for slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease by up to 35 per cent.
Genes and gut microbiome linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease. Source: Getty
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Meals and memory: Study finds possible link between gut health and Alzheimer’s disease

Meals and memory: Study finds possible link between gut health and Alzheimer’s disease

A new study shows specific gut bacteria's link to Alzheimer's, underlining the significance of a healthy gut for cognitive and overall well-being.
Eating a diet rich in green leafy vegetables, fruits, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts, and fish may lower the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Source: Getty Images.
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The diets linked to reduced signs of Alzheimer’s disease

The diets linked to reduced signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Eating a diet rich in leafy greens, fruits, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts, and fish may lower the risk of developing Alzheimer's indicators, according to a recent study.
The study found that HRT was linked with better memory, cognition, and larger brain volumes in later life among women carrying the APOE4 gene, which is the strongest risk factor gene for Alzheimer's disease. Source: Getty Images.
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Hormone replacement therapy may be effective in preventing Alzheimer’s disease among at risk women

Hormone replacement therapy may be effective in preventing Alzheimer’s disease among at risk women

A recent study has found that Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) could potentially prevent Alzheimer's dementia in women who are at risk of developing the disease.
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