Mounting evidence points to a connection between dementia and common herpes virus infections, particularly herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which causes cold sores, and varicella zoster virus (VZV), the cause of chickenpox and shingles. Multiple studies have shown that individuals with a history of these infections face a higher risk for dementia, including Alzheimer’s […]
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by Chinese Academy of Sciences edited by Stephanie Baum, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Schematic illustration of the study workflow and key findings. Credit: SIAT In a study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia, a team led by Dr. Sha Feng from the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences—collaborating with Dr. Jed A. Barash from the Massachusetts Veterans
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by Elana Gotkine edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Andrew Zinin For older adults with diabetes, there is no clear evidence to suggest that the incidence of dementia differs for those using glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) versus dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP4is), according to a study published online in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Kosuke Inoue, M.D., Ph.D.,
by American Society for Microbiology edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain It may start with forgetfulness, lapses in memory and confusion. As time goes on, one may no longer be able to make plans, solve problems or communicate like they once did. Their personality may change, pieces lost as they struggle
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Curtin University FacebookXLinkedInWeChatBlueskyMessageWhatsAppEmail image: Professor John Olynyk, Curtin Medical School view more Credit: Curtin University. New research has found that men who carry a common genetic variant are twice as likely to develop dementia in their lifetime compared to women. The research, published in Neurology, used data from the ASPirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE)
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