A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia
By boosting memory consolidation, scientists may be able to help Alzheimer’s patients
During sleep, the brain strengthens memories it expects to use in the future. Now, scientists say they’ve found a way to enhance this process. This research might someday help people with memory loss. Read more here.
Beyond the brain: The gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease
Trillions of microbes in our gastrointestinal tract play a vital role in maintaining overall health by helping to digest food, make nutrients, support the body’s immune system, and produce chemicals that affect brain function. Read more here.
Changes in the retina linked to stages of Alzheimer’s disease
Many of the changes to the brain that happen during Alzheimer’s disease may also appear in the retina, according to an NIA-funded study. Read more here.
An Alzheimer’s drug is on the way, but getting it may still be tough. Here’s why
The first drug shown to slow down Alzheimer’s disease is likely to receive full approval from the Food and Drug Administration by July 6. Read more here.
