alzheimer

— Research Identifies Biomarkers Linked to Rate of Amyloid Plaque Growth PHILADELPHIA — Blood tests for Alzheimer’s-related biomarkers are emerging as not only tools for diagnosis, but also as potential aids in testing preventive interventions for individuals who may not yet show symptoms, according to recent findings from researchers. In a study focusing on older adults with healthy cognitive function and minimal amyloid-β (Aβ) plaque buildup in their brains, initial plasma levels of specific

— Recombinant Shingles Vaccine Linked to 164 Days Free from Dementia Diagnosis Key Points Those who received the recombinant shingles vaccine (Shingrix) saw a 17% longer duration without a dementia diagnosis compared to patients who got the live vaccine version. This extension translates to 164 more days on average without receiving a dementia diagnosis. The findings add to the growing understanding of a potential link between shingles vaccination and the prevention of dementia. A recent