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Taking Five or More Daily Medications Can Negatively Impact Older Adults With Alzheimer’s
Drexel University researchers found that older adults with Alzheimer’s disease and polypharmacy experience more symptoms, falls, and hospitalizations, indicating that taking multiple medications negatively affects their quality of life.
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CU Anschutz Researchers Uncover How Cold Sore Virus Enters the Brain
Researchers discovered how herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) infiltrates the brain, mapping its travel to areas critical for functions like sleep and mood. The virus can cause microglial inflammation, leading to chronic issues.
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Specific Inhibitors Prevent Nerve Cell Death in Alzheimer’s Mouse Models
Researchers have identified specific inhibitors that could prevent the loss of nerve cells in Alzheimer's disease, opening new research avenues in the search for therapies.
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Combination Therapy Slows Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Researchers at CAMH found that combining cognitive remediation techniques with transcranial direct current stimulation effectively slows cognitive decline in older adults with major depressive disorder and mild cognitive impairment.
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Life With Fibromyalgia: Exploring Current Research
In this article, we explore treatment options for fibromyalgia, what current research can tell us about the disease and what the future of fibromyalgia research could look like.
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Loss of Smell Linked to 139 Medical Conditions
Research reveals a significant connection between olfactory loss and inflammation in 139 medical conditions. The findings suggest that olfactory dysfunction may serve as an early indicator of diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
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Don’t Underestimate the Power of Positive Thinking Whilst Aging
Whether a person views age-related changes in a positive or negative light may influence how they perceive their cognitive abilities.
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Reclaiming the Narrative for Black Scientists
This article highlights several inspiring men and women working across academia and industry who are breaking barriers and regaining ownership of their own narratives.
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"Weekend Warrior" Workouts May Lower Dementia Risk as Effectively as Regular Exercise
A study shows that engaging in physical activity just once or twice a week may reduce the risk of cognitive decline, similar to more frequent exercise. The research highlights that even low levels of physical activity can help prevent mild dementia.
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Childhood Attention Variability and Genetic Factors May Predict Psychosis Risk
Researchers looked at how the youths’ risk for psychotic-like experiences varied based on their attention span and genetic variants that may predispose them to different neuropsychiatric conditions.
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