Health News Archives

Epilepsy Drug May Prevent, Treat Alzheimer’s
Valproic acid blocked formation of brain plaques in mice, Canadian study finds

Scientists Spot 4 New Alzheimer’s Genes
These DNA may influence age of disease onset and nerve cell death

Job, Education May Buffer Against Dementia
Cognitive reserve compensates for brain damage, study says

Tests May ID Older Patients at Risk for Post-Op Delirium
Underlying depression and less cognitive flexibility could be warning signs, study says

ALS, Alzheimer’s Insights Could Improve Treatment
But each discovery awaits testing in humans, experts note

Aerobics Can Reverse Mental Decline in Older Adults
Review of studies shows workouts that leave a person breathless boost brain tissue volume

Vitamin B No Help for Alzheimer’s
Reducing homocysteine levels doesn't slow cognitive decline, study finds

Circadian Rhythm Plays Role in Memory
Hamsters deprived of body's sleep-wake system 'can't remember anything,' study says

Excess Drinking Shrinks the Brain
Too much alcohol has a greater effect on women, study found

Parkinson’s Patients More Prone to Vitamin D Deficiency
Study found their levels were lower than Alzheimer's patients, healthy controls