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
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024