Scientists Crack the Code on How Alzheimer's Drug Lecanemab Actually Works
Researchers finally discovered lecanemab activates brain immune cells through a specific antibody fragment to clear toxic plaques.
Alzheimer's disease research, amyloid plaques, tau tangles, and cognitive decline
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Researchers finally discovered lecanemab activates brain immune cells through a specific antibody fragment to clear toxic plaques.
Moderate caffeine intake from coffee or tea linked to better brain health and slower cognitive decline in massive long-term study.
Phase 1b trial tests escalating doses of experimental Alzheimer's treatment BMS-984923 for safety and tolerability in older adults.
Study tests VR therapy versus traditional cognitive training in 60 patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease.
NGP 555 targets toxic brain protein production in healthy volunteers, offering potential early intervention for Alzheimer's prevention.
Brain scans reveal how testosterone suppression in prostate cancer treatment could lead to cognitive decline in aging men.
Clinical trial explores how targeted light treatment could restore circadian rhythms and improve brain function in mild cognitive impairment.
Major study reveals sleep breathing disorders may accelerate brain aging and memory decline, even before cognitive symptoms appear.
12-week intensive cognitive training program tested in 76 adults with early memory problems to assess brain function improvements.
SHARP program combines neighborhood walks with photo-prompted conversations to support Black dementia caregivers and patients together.
Novel movement program combining Eastern and Western exercises may help maintain independence and cognitive function in dementia patients.
Small trial tests electrical brain stimulation to improve sleep quality and cognitive function in patients with vascular dementia.