NIH funding cuts will hit red states, rural areas and underserved communities the hardest

The majority of the 23 states disproportionately affected by the cuts are red states.

Mitzi Nagarkatti, Professor of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, University of South Carolina • conversation
March 7, 2025 ~11 min

Early dementia screening is seriously underused

While Alzheimer’s disease and dementias are chronically undiagnosed, early detection is rarely used, researchers report.

U. Michigan • futurity
Feb. 22, 2025 ~4 min


New Alzheimer’s drugs give patients more independent months

"What people want to know is how long they will be able to live independently, not something abstract like the percent change in decline."

Tamara Schneider-Washington University in St. Louis • futurity
Feb. 20, 2025 ~8 min

Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs may lower risk of 42 health conditions, but also pose risks

Research shows that people who take these weight-loss medications may have a lower risk of dementia and numerous other health conditions.

Ziyad Al-Aly, Clinical Epidemiologist, Washington University in St. Louis • conversation
Jan. 22, 2025 ~8 min

Antibiotics, vaccinations and anti-inflammatory medication linked to reduced risk of dementia

Antibiotics, antivirals, vaccinations and anti-inflammatory medication are associated with reduced risk of dementia, according to new research that looked at

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Jan. 21, 2025 ~6 min

Common sleeping pill may pave way for disorders like Alzheimer’s

A new study holds a warning for people who use a commonly prescribed sleep aid. It may set the stage for disorders like Alzheimer's.

Mark Michaud-U. Rochester • futurity
Jan. 9, 2025 ~6 min

Cycling can make seniors healthier and more independent − here’s how to design bikes and networks that meet their needs

Cycling provides many physical and mental health benefits, but older riders have specific concerns, such as balance. A bike network expert explains what seniors need to be comfortable pedaling.

Anne Lusk, Lecturer in Urban Agriculture, Boston University • conversation
Nov. 27, 2024 ~10 min

Vulnerability to financial scams in aging adults could be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease, new research shows

Adults who self-reported higher vulnerability toward financial exploitation showed lower thickness in a brain region that is affected early in Alzheimer’s disease.

Duke Han, Professor of Psychology and Family Medicine, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences • conversation
Nov. 22, 2024 ~6 min


Nasal spray could treat Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers are exploring a new therapy to delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It could be delivered in the form of a nasal spray.

Texas A&M University • futurity
Nov. 7, 2024 ~8 min

Higher quality ‘good cholesterol’ particles tied to better memory

A new study might explain why higher levels of "good cholesterol" have been shown to correlate with heightened risk for Alzheimer's disease.

U. Pittsburgh • futurity
Oct. 23, 2024 ~4 min

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