
People with two copies of a risk gene have genetic form of Alzheimer's, scientists say
The reclassification could change Alzheimer's research, diagnosis and approaches to treatment, according to the researchers.
Sun May 12 2024

Proteins may predict who will get dementia 10 years later, study finds
Currently, brain scans can detect abnormal levels of a protein called beta amyloid many years before Alzheimer's dementia develops.
Sun Feb 18 2024

Down syndrome families' fight for access to Alzheimer's trials, treatments
Down syndrome affects 400,000 people in the United States and more than 6 million globally.
Sun Oct 29 2023

Ambitious research yields new atlas of human brain cells
Examining the human brain at the cellular level in more detail, scientists have identified more than 3,300 array of cell types.
Fri Oct 13 2023

Alzheimer's crisis: Every 3.2 seconds, new patient emerges
According to WHO data, the number of Alzheimer's patients in the world is expected to rise to 139 million by 2050.
Sun Sep 24 2023

Alzheimer's diagnosis revamp embraces rating scale similar to cancer
The proposed guidelines, embrace a numerical staging system assessing disease progression similar to the one used in cancer diagnoses.
Sat Jul 29 2023

Experimental drug works best for Alzheimer's patients treated as early as possible
The drug, donanemab, has been shown to slow progression of memory and thinking problems by about a third.
Tue Jul 18 2023

Saffron's medicinal marvels
Throughout history, saffron has been revered in traditional medicine for its ability to treat a wide range of ailments.
Sat May 27 2023

'Remarkable' Alzheimer drug reduces cognitive decline, results show
Eli Lilly announced its experimental Alzheimer's drug significantly slowed cognitive and functional decline.
Fri May 05 2023

Potential 'game-changer' in diagnosing Parkinson's disease
A certain protein builds up in the brains of most Parkinson's patients, a study confirmed using a new technique.
Sat Apr 15 2023

Unlocking the power of nutrition: How to live longer and better with food
Proper nutrition can help slow down the aging process and reduce the risk of age-related diseases.
Tue Apr 04 2023

Malaysia facing dementia 'time bomb'
Malaysia is fast heading towards becoming an aged society by 2044, but it has yet to implement a national dementia plan.
Fri Feb 10 2023

Rare success for Alzheimer's research unlocks hope for future therapies
The finding validates the theory that clearing the amyloid protein that forms clumps in the brains of Alzheimers patients could slow it.
Wed Nov 30 2022

The diet that could reduce signs of Alzheimer's
A diet that mimics intermittent fasting could help limit the proliferation of proteins in the brain leading to dementia.
Sun Oct 09 2022

Normalising dementia as Malaysia becomes an ageing nation
Some 8.5 per cent of Malaysian elderly could suffer from dementia, but this is just the tip of the iceberg.
Wed Sep 21 2022

Trump says larger tariffs could be imposed on Canada, EU if they cause US 'economic harm'
Donald Trump warns of massive tariffs on the EU & Canada if they collude to hurt the US economy - far larger than currently planned.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
The WFP has suffered severe financial setbacks after the US, its single largest donor, announced a 90-day pause on foreign aid assistance.
Fri Mar 28 2025

South Koreans mourn historic temple burnt by wildfire, race to save others
At least 18 heritage sites or objects damaged, destroyed.
Fri Mar 28 2025

What are the US and Europe doing to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea?
Here is how the attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Houthis have affected trade for Europe and the US.
Fri Mar 28 2025

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un touts AI suicide drones, early-warning aircraft
Kim Jong Un says unmanned control and AI capability must be the top priorities in modern arms development.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Russia soon to begin to build road bridge to North Korea
The bridge was agreed upon during Putin's 2024 North Korea visit, when both nations signed a strategic partnership deal.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Court allows Rosmah to include Govt, police as third parties in missing jewellery lawsuit
Judge says Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor has established a prima facie case to be granted leave to issue the third-party notice.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Najib named as suspect in 1MDB probe due to inflow of funds into personal account - witness
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was named a suspect after Bukit Aman found a money trail of 1MDB funds entering the ex-PM's accounts.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Lecturer claims trial for committing sexual acts using objects against female students
Ahmad Syahir Sharifudeen is facing five counts of engaging in sexual acts of unnatural intercourse with the 19-year-old female victims.
Thu Mar 27 2025

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Hundreds of Palestinians protest in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out".
Thu Mar 27 2025