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IIT Hyderabad's researchers identify a possible cure for neuro disease ALS
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad on Wednesday said its researchers have found a molec…
PTI
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Social isolation linked to dementia risk factors says a study in Canada
In the new work, the researchers studied data on 502,506 UK Biobank participants and 30,097 people…
ANI
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New Alzheimer's drug slows cognitive decline, clinical trial finds
Lecanemab, a drug made by Eisai and Biogen, was observed in a large-scale trial to have slowed the …
Cheryl Teh
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The promising new Alzheimer's drugs to watch — and the far-out ideas that could reshape how we treat the disease
Two Alzheimer's drugs, Biogen's Leqembi and Eli Lilly's donanemab, treat the disease by focusing on…
Yeji Jesse Lee
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My son's a 'human time bomb' with 7 serious neurological conditions — but I won't give up on finding a treatment
A toddler has a rare genetic condition that could kill him at any moment. Doctors call him a "human…
Jane Ridley
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Cassava Sciences jumps 16% on meeting with FDA paving the way for phase 3 study of Alzheimer's treatment
The biotech company is on track to move forward with a pivotal phase-three study for Simufilam, its…
Isabelle Lee
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Virtual reality could help ward off Alzheimer's by making people feel less lonely
Virtual reality could reduce loneliness, a key risk factor for Alzheimer's. It could also trigger o…
Aria Bendix
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What is melatonin? A complete guide to the sleep hormone and whether taking supplements is worth it
You can take melatonin supplements to help you sleep, but you can also eat foods like grapes or mil…
Ashley Laderer,Raj Dasgupta
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Space travel can lead to new motor skills but impaired vision, according to a new study of cosmonaut brains
Researchers discovered minor changes in Russian cosmonauts' brains that suggested the men were more…
Aria Bendix
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New evidence suggests that a diet with key benefits for your body and brain may also shield against aging
That's the conclusion of a growing body of research, which suggests the best way to eat to maximize…
Erin Brodwin
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The coronavirus may cause brain damage, even in patients with mild cases, a new study found
The coronavirus doesn't just target your lungs; it can impact your brain, too. Research links COVID…
Aylin Woodward
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There's even more evidence that one type of diet is the best for your body and brain - and it could save you money, too
Earlier this year, researchers found evidence that a version of the Mediterranean diet called the M…
Erin Brodwin
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I tried a science-backed eating plan tied to a better memory and longer life - and never felt like I was 'dieting'
Two types of healthy fat - monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids - are staples of the plan, as we…
Erin Brodwin
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There's even more evidence that one type of diet is the best for your body and brain
Both diets are rich in antioxidants and two types of healthy fat - monounsaturated and omega-3 fatt…
Erin Brodwin
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How melatonin controls your sleep cycle - and whether you should take melatonin supplements to sleep better
You can take melatonin supplements to help you sleep, but you can also eat grapes or milk for a boo…
Ashley Laderer,Raj Dasgupta
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A company that's taking a new approach to tackling Alzheimer's just landed a $225 million endorsement
"Alector's unique approach to engaging the immune system to combat neurodegeneration reflects our c…
Lydia Ramsey
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A year after ditching in-house neuroscience work, Pfizer execs shared their 'star cluster' strategy for betting on promising brain drug startups
The Cerevel launch is just one piece of a larger strategy that Pfizer aims to use to keep its eye o…
Erin Brodwin
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There's a striking relationship between cancer and Alzheimer's, and it could hold the key to new treatments
In the last decade the researchers have made this observational link between the development of Alz…
Lydia Ramsey
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The plant-based eating plan followed by supermodel Christie Brinkley could have huge benefits for your brain and body
Two types of healthy fat - monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids - are staples of the plan, as we…
Erin Brodwin
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How melatonin can make you sleep better: what it is, how much to take, and the health benefits
Melatonin is a natural hormone that helps you sleep. If you're having trouble sleeping, you can try…