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Anti-amyloid therapy may keep Alzheimer’s symptoms at bay in certain patients, study suggests

Scientists have found that a biologic drug can delay Alzheimer's symptoms in specific patients, marking a significant step in treatment options.
The study revealed a 50% reduction in risk of symptoms for 22 patients who took gantenerumab for an average of eight years.
Dr. Eric McDade stated that these results suggest a possibility of delaying Alzheimer's progression.
Dr. Tara Spires-Jones noted that while results are promising, they do not conclusively prove delayed onset, and some might avoid treatment due to modest benefits.

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Hungarian Researchers Explore New Alzheimer’s Treatment with Human Brain Cells

The Hungarian Centre of Excellence for Molecular Medicine (HCEMM) is taking a groundbreaking approach in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases by experimenting with live human brain tissue. Unlike traditional research, which heavily relies on animal models, this study uses brain cell samples donated by patients undergoing surgery. The team has recently secured 120 million forints in funding to further their work, which could lead to the d…

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Alzheimer's subcommittee calls for 'outside the box' outreach in Alabama • Alabama Reflector

A doctor looks over an image of a brain. An Alabama Alzheimer's Task Force subcommittee met Tuesday to discuss strategies for increasing public awareness about Alzheimer's and related dementias. (Andrew Brookes/Getty Images)An Alabama Alzheimer’s Task Force subcommittee met Tuesday to discuss strategies for increasing public awareness about Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The public awareness and stigma reduction subcommittee on Tuesday discu…

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Early detection of Alzheimer’s may start with simple test — Harvard Gazette

Health Sniffing out signs of trouble Mass General Brigham Communications March 25, 2025 3 min read Researchers develop at-home test to ID those at risk of Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear When it comes to early detection of cognitive impairment, a new study suggests that the nose knows. Researchers from Harvard-affiliated Mass General Brigham developed olfactory tests — in which participants snif…

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NM Aging agency announces forums on dementia-related illnesses • Source New Mexico

A senior woman being assisted to walk using a walker by caregiver at park. (Stock photo by Thianchai Sitthikongsak via Getty Images)The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department will host three community forums throughout the state over the next three months to hear about experiences with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses and connect people with available services. The free forums, jointly produced by the aging de…

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Ask the Doctors | Study suggests physical activity slows Alzheimer’s

Dear Doctors: What do you know about a study that says aerobics might be good for slowing down the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? I’ve read that being active helps your memory, but how would it affect an actual disease? Dear Reader: You are referring to a study conducted by researchers in Great Britain that appeared in the journal Brain Research. And you are correct that it investigates the idea that regular physical activity can have a pos…

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